Joinery Estimator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Generate precise and commercially viable estimates for commercial fit-out and specialized joinery projects.

• Analyze tender packages, design drawings, specifications, and accompanying documents to comprehend project scope and client needs.

• Recognize specified materials, finishes, fittings, and custom joinery requirements.

• Conduct quantity take-offs for commercial fit-out and joinery tasks.

• Compute costs for materials, labor, fabrication, assembly, installation, and subcontractors.

• Collaborate with workshop teams and Project Managers to ascertain realistic labor hours and production needs.

• Input material and labor data into estimating software and confirm final cost calculations.

• Detect scope gaps, design risks, technical challenges, and potential cost impacts.

• Prepare assumptions, exclusions, and qualifications for tender submissions.

• Acquire, evaluate, and negotiate supplier and specialist subcontractor quotations.

• Stay updated on joinery materials, finishes, hardware, supplier rates, and labor costs.

• Identify value-engineering options without sacrificing design intent or quality.

• Revise estimates following design changes, tender clarifications, or scope modifications.

• Oversee multiple tenders, bids, and quotations in accordance with client deadlines.

• Create detailed cost breakdowns.

• Engage in pre-tender and post-tender meetings.

• Address tender inquiries and provide pricing clarifications.

• Present estimates for internal review and approval.

• Assist in the transition of successful tenders to project delivery and workshop teams.

• Keep accurate records of tenders, supplier quotations, and supporting documents.

• Execute other position-related responsibilities as they emerge.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Commercial Management, or a related field is required.

• At least 5 years of estimating experience in commercial fit-out projects that include woodworking or specialist joinery is required.

• Strong understanding of joinery construction techniques, materials, finishes, hardware, and manufacturing processes is required.

• Ability to accurately interpret architectural, interior design, and detailed joinery drawings is required.

• Proven experience in completing material take-offs and calculating labor, fabrication, and installation requirements is required.

• Solid commercial awareness and the capability to prepare precise and competitive estimates are required.

• Experience in sourcing supplier and subcontractor quotations and negotiating pricing is required.

• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel is required.

• Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and general computer usage are required.

• Capability to manage multiple bids and adhere to strict tender deadlines is required.

• High attention to detail and a systematic approach to cost preparation are required.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required.

• Confidence in communicating with clients, designers, suppliers, workshop teams, and Project Managers is required.

• Experience estimating projects within the UK commercial fit-out sector is highly regarded.

• Experience working for a specialist joinery manufacturer or fit-out contractor with in-house production is highly regarded.

• Knowledge of UK construction practices, tender processes, and subcontractor markets is highly regarded.

• Experience estimating bespoke joinery across workplace, retail, hospitality, or leisure projects is highly regarded.

• Experience in identifying and presenting value-engineering alternatives is highly regarded.

• Familiarity with computer-aided take-off or specialized joinery estimating systems is highly regarded.

🏝️ Benefits

• Work from home

• Monday to Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm GMT/BST (mid shift schedule)

• HMO with 2 free dependents and medical reimbursements

• Government-mandated benefits

• Work from home allowances

• Opportunities to collaborate with leading companies in Australia and beyond

• Training programs for career advancement

• Engaging company outings, team activities, and wellness sessions

• Supportive, inclusive culture

• Dedicated managers focused on your growth and success

• Competitive pay and benefits

• Additional entitlements

• Structured career development programs

• People-first culture prioritizing stability, growth, and genuine care