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Assistant Estimator - Shopfitting & Interior Fit-Out Location: Blackpool Salary: 30,000- 40,000 + Package Job Type: Permanent About the Company Our client is a well-established shopfitting and design & build contractor based in Blackpool, delivering high-quality interior fit-out projects across the UK. The business works across a wide range of sectors, including food & beverage, leisure and hotels, retail, workspace and sporting venues. Its clients include some of the UK's best-known high street and hospitality brands. It offers a full turnkey service, covering shopfitting, design & build contracting, in-house bespoke joinery manufacturing, electrical installations and renewable energy solutions. With continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, the business is looking to appoint an Assistant Estimator to support its estimating team. The Role This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant or Junior Estimator, or an ambitious construction professional, looking to develop their estimating career within the shopfitting and interior fit-out sector. Working alongside the senior estimating team, you will help prepare accurate and competitive tenders for a varied range of projects. You will gain exposure to every stage of the tender process, with full support and genuine scope to progress into an Estimator role. Key Responsibilities Assist in preparing estimates and tenders for shopfitting and fit-out projects. Review drawings, specifications and tender documents. Carry out quantity take-offs and measurements. Issue enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers and chase quotations. Compare and analyse quotations to ensure like-for-like pricing. Help price bespoke joinery elements with the in-house manufacturing team. Prepare tender documentation, schedules and supporting information. Maintain accurate records, cost databases and supplier information. Attend site visits and meetings with senior estimators where required. Build relationships with subcontractors and suppliers. Support the handover of successful tenders to the project delivery team. Requirements Previous experience in an estimating, quantity surveying or buying role within construction, shopfitting, fit-out or joinery would be advantageous. An understanding of construction materials and fit-out methods. Able to read and interpret drawings and specifications. Strong numerical skills and attention to detail. Good IT skills, including Excel. Experience with estimating or measurement software would be beneficial. Organised and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Strong communication skills and a team-focused approach. Eager to learn and develop a long-term career in estimating. Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction or similar would be desirable. Full UK driving licence. What's on Offer 30,000- 40,000 basic salary Package Clear progression route to Estimator Training and development from an experienced estimating team Varied project portfolio with high-profile clients Opportunity to join a well-established and growing business Blackpool-based role Apply If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. Building Careers UK is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Please Note: Due to the high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM

Senior Estimator - Major Build Projects Location - North West / UK Salary/Package - 65,000 - 85,000 + Excellent Benefits Package About the Company Our client is a major UK construction business with extensive experience delivering complex building projects across a wide range of sectors, including education, healthcare, commercial, hospitality, industrial, affordable housing and private rented sector developments. The business combines strong regional knowledge with the resources and systems of a national organisation, delivering projects ranging from smaller works through to major developments valued at 100m+. With a strong pipeline of major projects, the business is now looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to strengthen its pre-construction and commercial team. The Role As Senior Estimator, you will be responsible for producing competitive, accurate and commercially robust tenders across both traditional and non-traditional procurement routes. You will work closely with the Bid Manager, Procurement, Commercial and wider pre-construction teams to develop competitive bids and maximise opportunities. Key Responsibilities Reviewing tender enquiries and developing a bid strategy with the Bid Manager to give a competitive edge Producing market-competitive, net cost estimates for both traditional and non-traditional bids in line with company processes and procedures Carrying out accurate quantity take-offs for estimating purposes Inputting labour, plant and materials into estimating systems to deliver a first-principles-based estimating approach Issuing and vetting material and subcontract enquiries where required to support net cost pricing Liaising with the Procurement Department to obtain material quotations Inputting into tender adjudication and finalisation documents for senior management approval Establishing value engineering opportunities to give bids a competitive edge Identifying risks within tender schemes and developing strategies to mitigate commercial exposure Preparing and checking tender letters, technical notes and qualifications for issue Attending client interviews as required Preparing benchmarking reports and data to support bids Inputting bid data into the CRM system where required Coaching, mentoring and assisting with the training of junior staff to support their development Complying with company QMS procedures Undertaking any other duties reasonably required by senior management The Ideal Candidate The successful Senior Estimator will have: A minimum of 15 years' experience working within the construction sector is essential , with experience across a variety of project types and project values Proven experience as a Senior Estimator within a main contractor environment Strong experience pricing major building projects Experience across sectors such as commercial, education, healthcare, residential, student accommodation or industrial would be advantageous Strong first-principles estimating ability Excellent understanding of construction methodology and sequencing Strong knowledge of subcontractor procurement and supply chain pricing Ability to undertake accurate quantity take-offs Experience with labour, plant and material build-ups Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail Excellent negotiation and communication skills Ability to identify project risks and value engineering opportunities Experience contributing to tender adjudications and client interviews Good Microsoft Excel and estimating software experience Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines effectively Experience mentoring or supporting junior members of an estimating team Relevant construction or commercial qualification would be advantageous What's on Offer 65,000 - 85,000 salary Excellent package Opportunity to work for a major UK construction business Exposure to major build projects Strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work Opportunity to work on complex and high-value construction schemes Excellent career progression and professional development Supportive and commercially focused working environment Opportunity to work alongside experienced senior management and pre-construction teams Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM

Assistant Estimator Blackpool £24,000 - £25,000 as a degree apprenticeship or up to £29,000 with 1-3 years experience + Career Development Full Time Permanent Office-Based Kickstart Your Career with a Leading Fit-Out & Refurbishment Contractor Our client is a well-established, family-run principal contractor delivering high-quality fit-out, refurbishment and construction projects across the UK. Working across sectors including Leisure, Hospitality, Retail, Restaurants and Hotels , the business has built a strong reputation for delivering premium finishes and exceptional service. With an in-house workshop helping to control costs and maintain quality, they offer a unique environment where employees gain exposure to the full project lifecycle. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an Assistant Estimator to join their team in Blackpool. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in construction estimating, with full support, training and progression opportunities available. The Role Reporting directly to the Senior Estimator and working closely with the Design, Quantity Surveying and Project Management teams, you will assist in preparing accurate project costs and tender submissions. In simple terms, you'll: Read the drawings work out what's needed obtain prices review costs help build the final project estimate. This role would suit someone with a construction, surveying or estimating background who is keen to develop their technical and commercial skills within a supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications. Measure quantities and take-offs from drawings. Obtain quotations from suppliers and subcontractors. Review and compare quotations to ensure competitiveness and accuracy. Assist with preparing tender submissions and pricing documents. Input and maintain cost information using Excel and estimating software. Ensure all project elements are included within tender submissions. Identify missing information, risks and potential additional costs. Assist in calculating labour, plant, material and subcontractor costs. Maintain records of supplier pricing and historical project costs. Support value engineering exercises to identify cost-saving opportunities. Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors regarding scope and pricing. Support the project team throughout the tender process. Ensure tender deadlines are met accurately and on time. Assist with project handovers to Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers. Support the assessment of variations and additional works. Keep tender documentation organised and up to date. Manage multiple tenders and priorities simultaneously. What We're Looking For Previous experience in a construction, estimating or quantity surveying role. Ability to read and understand construction drawings. Knowledge of measurement and quantity take-offs. Strong numerical and analytical skills. Good communication and organisational abilities. Comfortable using Microsoft Excel. Eagerness to learn and develop within the construction industry. Local candidates are highly desirable. Candidates from either main contractor or subcontractor backgrounds will be considered. Experience within fit-out, refurbishment, building, leisure, hospitality or retail construction projects would be advantageous. Career Progression & Training Thompson Contracts has an excellent track record of developing talent, with several existing team members joining in junior positions and progressing through the business. The company actively supports career development and can contribute towards relevant: College courses Higher education qualifications Industry training Professional development opportunities This is a genuine long-term opportunity to build a successful career within estimating and commercial construction. Salary & Benefits £24,000 as a degree apprentice or up to £29,000 depending on experience Full-time permanent position Office-based role in Blackpool Supportive family-run business Structured career progression Training and qualification support Exposure to high-profile fit-out and refurbishment projects Apply Now If you're looking to develop a career in estimating with a respected contractor that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you. Assistant Estimator Estimator Assistant Quantity Surveyor Construction Fit-Out Refurbishment Blackpool