Your new company

A small but rapidly growing, family-run construction and fit-out company based in Kingsbury, NW9. They pride themselves on delivering high-quality projects with a close-knit, supportive team. They are a main contractor offering tailored solutions for delivering fit out, construction, and maintenance contracts within the office, retail and hospitality industries.

Your new role

As an Estimator/Quantity Surveyor, you will take over estimating, costing and material procurement responsibilities. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Evaluate project specifications, drawings, and documents to grasp project scope and requirements.

• Preparing accurate cost estimates for tenders and projects including materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractor costs.

• Conduct market analysis to secure competitive pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.

• Sourcing materials, negotiating prices, and placing orders with suppliers in line with the procurement program.

• Monitoring budgets and ensuring cost control.

• Conduct market analysis to secure competitive pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.

• Maintaining supplier relationships and keeping material records updated.

• Attend site meetings.

• Manage project costs throughout the project lifecycle, and handle final account negotiations.

• Identify project risks and opportunities, recommending mitigation or capitalisation strategies.

• Collaborate with project stakeholders to ensure estimates align with project goals and budgets.

• Maintain accurate records of estimates, quotes, and correspondence for easy accessibility.
  
  What you'll need to succeed

• Estimating or Quantity Surveying experience in construction, focusing on commercial fit-out, fast track fit-out or high-end residential projects.

• Proven experience in estimating and procurement within construction, particularly with multi-trade experience.

• Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.

• Relevant professional certifications such as RICS, CIOB are advantageous.

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.

• Proficiency in estimating software/tools like CostX, Bluebeam, Stack, or similar.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interpret construction drawings.

• Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, a range of packages and regulations.

• Effective time management and organisational abilities.

• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.

• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
  
  

What you'll get in return

• A competitive salary of £40,000–£55,000/year.

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

• A supportive work environment.

What you need to do now

If you are a detail-oriented and proactive individual, we would love to hear from you, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Adam Lewis now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion about your career.