Estimator / Surveyor – Joinery & Site Carpentry
Location: basimdon Essex
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About Us:
We are a well-established and growing joinery company delivering high-quality bespoke joinery and carpentry solutions across commercial and residential sectors. Due to continued growth and an increasing demand for our site carpentry services, we are seeking an experienced Estimator / Surveyor to join our team.
This is a key position within the business, offering the opportunity to help develop and expand our Site Carpentry division while working closely with the directors to drive future growth.
The Role:
The successful candidate will be responsible for estimating, surveying and commercial management of joinery and carpentry projects from tender stage through to completion.
Key duties will include:
- Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
- Preparing accurate estimates and quotations.
- Carrying out quantity take-offs and site surveys.
- Procuring materials and subcontractors.
- Managing project costs, variations and valuations.
- Liaising with clients, contractors, suppliers and site teams.
- Assisting with business development opportunities.
- Supporting the growth of the company's site carpentry offering.
Requirements:
Essential:
- Previous experience as an Estimator, Quantity Surveyor or Surveyor within the joinery and carpentry sector.
- Strong understanding of first fix, second fix and finishing carpentry packages.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Excellent commercial awareness and cost management skills.
- Strong communication and organisational abilities.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable:
- Experience working on commercial fit-out, residential or specialist joinery projects.
- Existing relationships within the construction industry.
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and package.
- Opportunity to play a key role in the growth of an expanding business.
- Long-term career progression.
- Supportive and ambitious working environment.
- Varied and interesting projects across London and the South East.
If you are an experienced Estimator or Surveyor looking for an opportunity to make a real impact and help develop a growing Site Carpentry division, we would like to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering note outlining your relevant experience.