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Senior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor - Shopfitting (Rastuarant & F&B) 55,000 to 65,000 + Package Lytham St Annes Your new company A well-established North West contractor specialising in shopfitting and fit-out projects for the restaurant, hospitality, and food & beverage sectors . Known for delivering high-quality, tailored fit-outs on time and within budget, the business prides itself on creative solutions, strong client relationships, and a collaborative working culture . Your new role Our client is seeking a Senior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor with strong experience in shopfitting, fit-out, and commercial refurbishment projects . Based in Lytham St Annes , this dual role combines estimating new projects and managing commercial control on live contracts , ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, profitably, and to the highest standard. Responsibilities will include: Preparing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for shopfitting and fit-out projects in the restaurant and F&B sectors. Pricing materials, labour, subcontract packages, and specialist installations accurately. Managing project cost control , including monthly valuations, forecasts, and final accounts. Liaising with clients, designers, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure commercial efficiency. Supporting contract administration , risk management, and value engineering initiatives. Identifying opportunities for cost savings and improved profitability. Contributing to business development through accurate tender submissions and market insights . Mentoring junior QS/estimating staff where required. What you will need to succeed: Proven experience as an Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, or dual Estimator/QS in the shopfitting, fit-out, or commercial refurbishment sector . Strong estimating and pricing skills specific to restaurant, retail, or F&B projects . Knowledge of JCT contracts , commercial management, and contract administration. Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills . Ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines. Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management , or equivalent experience. Proficient in Microsoft Excel , estimating software, and project management tools. What you get in return: Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 (DOE) + comprehensive benefits package. Opportunity to work with a respected and growing contractor with a strong regional presence. Collaborative, supportive, and people-focused culture with real career progression opportunities. Exposure to exciting and diverse shopfitting projects for leading restaurants, bars, and food & beverage brands . Modern offices in Lytham St Annes with excellent transport links. Commitment to continuous professional development and internal promotion. Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM

Anderselite are currently working with a leading regional build contractor based in Halifax who are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Estimator to join their commercial team. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing new work across a diverse portfolio of projects including commercial, residential, industrial, and public sector schemes click apply for full job details

Role Overview Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the Quantity Surveyor & Estimator will be responsible for managing and controlling some commercial aspects of projects, both at pre-construction stages and in project delivery stages predominantly within the Construction Services unit of our business, working on projects ranging from £10k to £2.5m. Be the guardian of the Sewell £ and maximise value. Responsibilities Pre-Contract project development stage Development of a robust elemental costing, with the ability to make informed site visits, raise client queries, subcontract enquiries, take offs, and supporting the design and development process with the Project Team Quantify project risks and cost accordingly Assist in agreeing figures with internal team & client representatives Support the wider team to develop quality criteria for bid submissions Advise on design cost implications to ensure client budgets are achieved Ensure deadline and reasonable timescales are all adhered to for bid submissions Work on multiple bids and quotations at any one time Development and implementation of the business infrastructure and systems Implement and monitor all systems and procedures, and ensure effective operation Ensure effective communication to all parties Maximise efficiency of reporting techniques/systems Utilise and develop company I.T. systems currently in place Support internal Commercial team and develop financial controls Overall performance of the contract Review cost model, monitoring and reporting monthly Place subcontract orders in accordance with the main contract and ensure timely payment of subcontractors and suppliers Advise other project surveyors and site management team of opportunities to maximise value and minimise costs in line with the Sewell behaviours and values Assist in agreement of valuations with client, raise invoices and ensure payment within time Assist in agreement of final accounts with client and supply chain Assist in the evaluation of commercial implication of instructions received Monitor internal expenditure against budget, produce contract variation reports and report exceptions to the Commercial Manager Ensure compliance of Sewell Health and Safety standards and procedures Work on multiple schemes at any one time Personal & Team Development Offer support and advice on site activities and problem areas where necessary Ensure inadequate performance is recognised and dealt with appropriately Recognise outstanding performance Promote, encourage and manage effective team work Embrace the appraisal system to provide feedback on objectives and identify training and development needs Develop own Personal Business Plan and ensure continuous self-review Support training and development needs Support and develop other team members' commercial and contractual awareness Ensure own management and skill base is developed Gain an understanding and support resource allocation Client relationship development Understand client's objectives and ensure all of the team are aware Maintain a professional Sewell relationship throughout and be a reliable point of contact Ensure effective communication with relevant parties Explore opportunities for business development both during and post contract Endeavour to maintain relationship in the future Resolve client/contractor disputes Supplier relationship development Monitor and report performance (good and bad, internally and externally, and take appropriate action) Provide or ensure provision of supplier feedback and ensure utilisation by the rest of the team Introduce quality subcontractors into the company Requirements Skills & Attributes As well as exhibiting the Sewell Group behaviours of being a positive, professional and customer focused team player, that does the right thing, the suitable person will have the following: Essential: Hold a full driving licence, valid in the UK Hold a professional qualification in Quantity Surveying Previous experience within a competitive and successful surveying/commercial team Experience of working on NEC3 & 4 / JCT contracts A positive and professional attitude Ability to work using own initiative but also as part of a close-knit team Excellent levels of computer literacy, and be fluent in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel Have a proactive attitude towards delivering construction works to a world-class standard Hold excellent communications skills and the ability to liaise with senior clients & subcontractors Possess good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a variety of tasks Possess a positive approach to learning, development and progression Have a flexible outlook towards hours worked (some out of hours working may be required) Have working knowledge of current Health and Safety practice Ability to work on multiple bids and live schemes at any one time, and prioritise time and tasks accordingly Desirable: Have experience within a Health, Education and/or Commercial sector Experience with Term contracts Have good knowledge of Civils and Joinery Sewell is an equal opportunities employer, recruiting within the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010. We are committed to the promotion of diversity and equal opportunity, as an employer and in the delivery of our products and services. As a committed safe employer, an enhanced DBS (criminal record) check will be carried out for the successful candidate of this role. Benefits Competitive Salary, Dependent on experience Annual Bonus opportunity 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), rising with length of service to 30 days Being a Co-Owner of Sewell Estates, learn more here: Auto Enrolment pension Staff discounts High Street & Retail discount schemes Bike 2 Work Scheme Technology Scheme Paid Parental Leave and Sickness Absence schemes

VEHICLE DAMAGE ASSESSOR Vehicle Damage Assessor details: Basic Salary:£40,000 - £45,000 + bonus Working Hours:Monday to Friday 8am-6pm Location:Croydon Talented and efficient Vehicle Damage Assessor to join this leading team. Responsibilities of a Vehicle Damage Assessor Work efficiently in a fast-paced accident repair centre Follow the correct repair techniques and produce work in line with factory specifications and customer satisfaction Skills and Qualifications of a Vehicle Damage Assessor You will have served a recognised apprenticeship as a Vehicle Damage Assessor and gained a technical qualification (such as NVQ / VCQ / SVQ / ATA). You must have previous experience working as a Vehicle Damage Assessor within a busy body shop and be a strong team player with a self-motivation to earn bonus hours. You will work to the highest standard and demonstrate a sound up-to-date knowledge of vehicle repair techniques. Must have previous experience as a Vehicle Damage Assessor, ideally be ATA qualified and have an up to date Audatex certificate. If you think you are a good fit for this Vehicle Damage Assessor role, please contact Andy @ Auto Skills and state reference job number 52672 As well as this Vehicle Damage Assessor role, Auto Skills UK is recognized as the leading provider of temporary and permanent staffing solutions, from productive trades to senior management and are always looking for candidates within the Bodyshop industry. VDA, Vehicle Damage Assessor, Vehicle Estimator, Vehicle Inspector

Your new company You will be joining an established and well-respected Tier 1 contractor operating within the water industry. This multi-accredited and high-profile contractor delivers large-scale clean and waste water capital programmes up to 138m for multiple water providers across England that safeguard supply, enhance environmental performance and ensure compliance with quality standards. They offer excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development, and due to continued success, they are actively seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team. This is a full-time remote/home-based position. Your new role As a Senior Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in their water and wastewater capital project delivery team. You will produce accurate and timely estimates for a variety of projects, from one-off schemes to large-scale programmes. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting bids and contracts with robust pricing and risk management Advising senior management on commercial influences and risks Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure accurate cost data Ensuring compliance with client requirements and governance processes Prioritising workloads and influencing key stakeholders to deliver results Driving process improvements to enhance performance. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on critical infrastructure projects while shaping best practices within a dynamic and collaborative team. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful, you will bring: Proven experience estimating within the water (clean and/or waste) industry for infrastructure (pumping stations, booster stations, mains renewals or pipelines) projects Strong commercial and contractual knowledge Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage workloads, delegate effectively and identify opportunities for improvement. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: Starting salary up to 80,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience) Company car (plus fuel card) or car allowance 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private health insurance Life assurance Company pension scheme (matched up to 7%) Fully remote working Enhanced family leave Retail discounts Reward schemes Opportunity to work on high-impact and rewarding projects Supportive and collaborative work environment Industry-recognised training and development programmes Opportunity to grow and progress your career with a leading Tier 1 contractor and more. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Senior Estimator / Quantity Surveyor Shopfitting, West Midlands, up to £70k My client is a successful and established Midlands based Shopfitting & Interiors Fit Out Company, who now seeking to recruit an experienced Estimator/QS to join their existing Commercial Department.The successful person will provide an estimating service by performing analytical tasks for the determination of costs. Calcul

Our client is one of the UK's leading infrastructure specialists and Main Contractors, delivering projects and frameworks across the UK. They have an immediate need for a freelance Estimator with 3+ years Water and Waste Water experience, who is able to Work from Home, with occasional site visits. Freelance Estimator (Wfh) roles and responsibilities: Provide estimating support with bids and contracts to ensure robust pricing, risk management and governance. To assist and advise the Senior Management Team on commercial influences and risks around any bids. Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to produce accurate and timely estimates and cost data. Responsible for prioritising workload and supporting the team to produce results in a timely manner to meet business needs. Freelance Estimator (Wfh) requirements: HND or degree qualified in Engineering or Quantity Surveying (or equivalent). Previous experience in the construction industry, working on civil infrastructure and water projects. Experience pricing Water and Waste Water schemes. Freelance Estimator (Wfh) Benefits: Flexible wfh arrangement Opportunity to work for one of the UK's largest civil engineering and infrastructure specialists. Competitive day rate depending upon experience. Immediate role. If you are interested in this Freelance Estimator role, apply now.

Your new company You will be joining an established and well-respected Tier 1 contractor operating within the water industry. This multi-accredited and high-profile contractor delivers large-scale clean and waste water capital programmes for Southern Water that safeguard supply, enhance environmental performance and ensure compliance with quality standards. They offer excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development and, due to continued success, they are actively seeking a Senior Estimator to join their team. Your new role As a Senior Estimator, you'll play a pivotal role in our water and wastewater capital project delivery team. You will produce accurate and timely estimates for a variety of projects, from one-off schemes to large-scale programmes. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting bids and contracts with robust pricing and risk management Advising senior management on commercial influences and risks Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure accurate cost data Ensuring compliance with client requirements and governance processes Prioritising workloads and influencing key stakeholders to deliver results Driving process improvements to enhance performance. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on critical infrastructure projects while shaping best practices within a dynamic team. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful, you will bring: Proven experience in the water industry (clean and wastewater) with utility estimating expertise Strong commercial and contractual knowledge Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage workloads, delegate effectively and identify opportunities for improvement Full UK driving licence. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive: Starting salary up to 80,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience) Company car (plus fuel card) or car allowance 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private health insurance Life assurance Company pension scheme (matched up to 7%) Remote working Enhanced family leave Retail discounts Reward schemes Opportunity to work on high-impact and rewarding projects Collaborative and supportive team environment Industry-recognised training and development programmes Opportunity to grow and progress your career with a leading Tier 1 contractor and more. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Please note - this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored visas. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bid Writer to join a growing, forward thinking main contractor, based in Rochester, Kent. This is an ideal role for somebody with Bid Writing experience within a Main Contractor Environment. For this role, you will work closely alongside Estimators, Project Managers and senior leaders to develop persuasive, compliant and well structured bids that reflect th click apply for full job details

Mechanical Estimator M&E Building Services Portsmouth Area Salary: £55,000 £70,000 + Car Allowance and Benefits Package This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Estimator or Senior Mechanical Estimator to join a highly respected M&E Building Services contractor delivering mechanical installation projects typically ranging from £500k to £6m across the commercial, office fit-ou click apply for full job details

Mechanical Estimator / Senior Mechanical Estimator / Estimating Manager Cambridge (with option to work from Colchester office part of the week) £60,000 - £80,000 + Car / Allowance + Benefits We are representing a highly respected M&E Contractor with a strong reputation across education, healthcare, life sciences, leisure, and student accommodation projects. With a turnover of £55m and £21m c

Salary: 45,000 - 60,000 (DOE)Hours: 07:30 - 16:30, Monday to FridayBenefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays Auto-enrolment pension Performance-related bonus (company and individual) On-site parking Modern, refurbished offices Excellent motorway access Refreshments provided Estimator - Construction / Fit-Out An established and highly respected fit-out and refurbishment contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their close-knit commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key role within a stable, growing business that delivers high-quality refurbishment and furniture installation projects across the education and commercial sectors. Working on projects typically valued around 20,000 , you will play a vital role from initial enquiry through to handover, ensuring projects are priced accurately, competitively and profitably. The Role As Estimator, you will work closely with sales, project management and supply chain partners to support the full project lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include: Reviewing enquiries and determining the most effective estimating approach Attending site visits (as required) to scope refurbishment and fit-out works across the North West and Midlands Liaising daily with suppliers and sub-contractors to obtain accurate pricing Researching and sourcing specialist or bespoke items Preparing, issuing and revising quotations, including upselling where appropriate Following up quotations and supporting relationship-building with clients Carrying out value engineering post-award to improve margins Handing over secured projects to Project Managers, ensuring full financial clarity Supporting valuations, work-in-progress assessments and purchasing activities Liaising with accounts on costing queries Attending weekly sales meetings Requirements This role requires proven estimating experience within construction or fit-out. Applications without relevant sector experience will not be considered. You will ideally demonstrate: Experience with building contractors, refurbishment or fit-out specialists Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail A disciplined and methodical approach to cost control Commercial awareness with the creativity to help win work The confidence and interpersonal skills to build rapport with suppliers and colleagues The ability to work autonomously within a small, busy team Why Apply? You'll be joining a long-established business with a strong reputation for quality and service, a friendly and professional office environment, and clear ambitions for growth. As the business expands, this role offers genuine progression into senior commercial leadership, including Head of Estimating or Commercial Manager. IND25