Estimator required to join our growing team in a busy bespoke furniture and specialist joinery firm.
J Carey Design specialise in the design, manufacture, delivery and installation of high end bespoke furniture and specialist joinery across a wide range of sectors including private sector office and flagship buildings, hotels and hospitality, sporting stadiums, financial and legal organisations, public sector Courts and prisons and many more.
Due to continued increases in the level and size of project enquiries received we are looking for an Estimator to join our team ideally with proven experience in the bespoke furniture and specialist joinery design and manufacture sector. Current turnover exceeds £15 million per annum and growth is continuing at pace. We work on projects anywhere from £10,000 to over £3,000,000.
This role will be to join a well-established driven and experienced team of Client/Project Managers alongside a large design team, procurement and finance department and all other 'in-house' manufacture, logistics and installation team members.
Key Requirements:
* Strong ability to read drawings, break down large enquiry packs and extract all information relevant to our trade.
* Open honest two-way communication with the team and the client.
* Great, positive and helpful customer service to build and maintain relationships with new and
existing clients.
* The ability to work on several projects at a time, managing own time effectively and meeting regular tight deadlines, juggling workload with a methodical approach and prioritise accordingly
* Good knowledge of supply chain relevant to our sector to ensure accuracy when pricing complex projects with multiple finishes from various specialists.
* An understanding of the bespoke design, manufacture and installation process and in turn the ability to quantify labour hours required for each of these departments from drawings and specifications provided.
* A well-rounded understanding of project and product costs within this sector.
* An open-minded approach and drive to be a team player within a fast past working environment.
* Positive and enthusiastic attitude, able to play a key part in dynamic and driven company.
* Willingness to attend client meetings and site visits as and when required for the best possible understanding of projects, maintaining a smart and professional appearance at all times.
* Longer term goals available as the company grows and further opportunities arise.
J Carey Design Ltd is an equal opportunities employer seeking to create a diverse working environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of ethnic origin, gender, nationality, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, or medical history. All employees of J Carey Design Ltd are responsible for maintaining a work culture free from discrimination and harassment by treating others with kindness and respect.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company car
* Company events
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person