Estimator - Retail Shop Fitting
Location: Manchester (Office Based)
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE)
Sector: Retail Fit Out / Shop Fitting
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Company Overview
Our client is a well-established specialist in retail shop fitting, delivering high-quality fit out projects for major brands across the UK. With a strong pipeline of secured work and established framework agreements for the year ahead, they are now seeking an experienced Estimator to join their Manchester-based team.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the continued growth of the business, taking ownership of the full estimating function. This is an office-based position requiring a commercially astute estimator with proven experience in retail fit out / shop fitting who can hit the ground running.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the full estimating process for multiple retail fit out projects.
* Prepare Bills of Quantities (BoQs) and detailed cost breakdowns.
* Review and manage incoming enquiries, tender packages and drawings.
* Conduct site visits and surveys across the UK as required.
* Engage with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to develop competitive and accurate tenders.
* Submit tenders, follow up, and play a critical role in winning work.
* Oversee projects from inception through to completion, ensuring estimates remain accurate and variations are managed.
* Work closely with the commercial and project delivery teams to support successful project outcomes.
Requirements
* Proven experience as an Estimator specifically within retail fit out / shop fitting - this is essential.
* Strong commercial awareness with the ability to produce accurate and competitive estimates.
* Confident conducting site surveys and interpreting technical drawings.
* Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously and meet deadlines.
* Local to Manchester or within a commutable distance.
* Must be office-based and able to integrate with the team from day one.
* Not seeking candidates from a general subcontractor background looking to "try their hand" - shop fitting experience is a priority.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to visit sites nationwide.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience.
* Opportunity to join a secure, stable business with ongoing frameworks and strong pipeline for next year.
* Long-term career stability with a respected retail specialist.
* Supportive, collaborative office environment.
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