Estimating Quantity Surveyor
Job Title: Estimating Quantity Surveyor - Commercial Fit-Out
Location: West Mids (office-based with site visits as required)
Company Overview
We are working with a growing interior fit-out contractor delivering high-quality refurbishment and fit-out projects across sectors including commercial offices, education, healthcare, retail, and hospitality.
With a strong reputation for quality and a growing portfolio of repeat clients, the business is entering an exciting phase of expansion. As a result, they are looking to appoint an Estimator / Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team.
Role Overview
This is a dual-role position combining estimating and commercial management responsibilities across commercial fit-out projects (including CAT A / CAT B office fit outs, schools, and refurbishments).
The role will suit someone who is commercially aware, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing business where you can have real impact.
Key Responsibilities
Estimating Duties
- Prepare detailed cost estimates and tenders for commercial fit-out projects
- Analyse drawings, specifications, and client requirements
- Obtain and assess subcontractor and supplier quotations
- Identify value engineering opportunities
- Produce bills of quantities and pricing documents
- Support bid submissions and client presentations
Quantity Surveying Duties
- Manage project costs from pre-construction through to final account
- Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost plans
- Monitor project expenditure and profitability
- Value and certify subcontractor payments
- Manage variations, change orders, and cost reporting
- Negotiate final accounts with clients and subcontractors
Key Requirements
- Proven experience in an Estimator and/or Quantity Surveyor role within commercial fit-out/interiors
- Experience pricing and managing CAT B office fit outs, education or similar projects
- Strong commercial awareness and cost control skills
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- Experience working with subcontractors and supply chain pricing
- Excellent numerical, analytical, and negotiation skills
- Proficient in Excel and estimating software (desirable)
- Full UK driving licence
Why Join?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a business at a key stage of growth, where you''ll play a central role in both winning and delivering projects. You''ll have the chance to make a real impact while developing your career alongside the company''s expansion
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