Joinery Estimator - Swindon

Job summary

Excellent opportunity for a Joinery Estimator/Surveyor to join a well-established construction company based in Swindon.

Responsibilities

• Pricing new joinery enquiries, interpreting contract drawings and specifications.
• Sourcing and securing competitive subcontractor and specialist supplier quotations.
• Identifying risks and working with the Joinery Director to determine profit margins before submitting tenders.
• Preparing tender programmes in collaboration with the Production Manager, considering material lead times and logistical constraints.
• Supporting live projects by monitoring costs, producing monthly valuations (CVRs), and ensuring profitability is maintained.
• Preparing and submitting applications for payment, including variations and claims for extra time.
• Attending client and site meetings to discuss contractual and financial matters.
• Conducting post-project reviews to identify successes and lessons learned.

Qualifications

• Background as a qualified and experienced Bench Joiner.
• Strong technical understanding of joinery manufacture.
• Experience in estimating or surveying is desirable, but we will provide training for the right candidate.
• Excellent numeracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with clients, contractors, and colleagues across production and project teams.

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