Location: Reading
Salary: £55,000 – £75,000 (depending on experience) + benefits
Company: Leading Fit Out Contractor

Reporting To: Managing Director
Project Values: £1m – £5m
Sectors: Commercial fit outs and refurbishments

The Opportunity

We’re working with an established but rapidly growing, fit out contractor, who are looking to expand their pre-construction team with an experienced Estimator.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, ambitious company delivering high-quality commercial office and industrial fit out and refurbishment projects across South East England.

You’ll be given the autonomy to lead your own tenders and work closely with the Managing Director and wider pre-construction team.

What You’ll Be Doing

Independently manage and lead tenders from initial enquiry through to submission
Prepare accurate and competitive cost plans and tender submissions
Liaise with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners throughout the process
Carry out site visits and subcontractor pricing evaluations
Attend tender interviews and presentations as required
Work collaboratively with design, planning, and delivery teams
Identify value engineering opportunities and commercial risks
Support junior estimators or pre-construction staff if required

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience as an Estimator in the fit out or refurbishment sector
Confident managing tenders in the £1m–£3m range
Strong technical knowledge across office fit out, refurbishment, and cut & carve schemes
Excellent numerical, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines
Proficiency in estimation software (e.g. ConQuest, Excel, or similar)
A proactive, solutions-driven approach

What’s On Offer

Salary between £55,000 – £75,000 (depending on experience)
Strong benefits package
Genuine opportunity for progression as the business continues to grow - you have the chance to become their Head of Commercial within the next 3 years!
A supportive team environment and direct reporting line to the Managing Director
The chance to work on standout projects

Apply now to take a lead role in a growing pre-construction team at one of the most exciting up-and-coming contractors in the fit out market