Shopfitting Estimator Trainee/Improver

Job Summary

Are you looking to come off the tools and go into the office? Do you have an interest in developing in a technical role? Are you looking for a rewarding position where you will be encouraged to continually develop yourself?

If so, you could be the person we are looking for at P&A Shopfitting! There is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who will receive extensive on the job training to join a steadily growing privately-owned company that is continuing to go from strength to strength. We are looking to organically grow the team and want to take on an ambitious 'Trainee Estimator’ and train them to become an Estimator, assisting with tenders and delivering interior fit-out projects across the UK.

P&A Shopfitting is a Main Contractor located between Bournemouth and Southampton. Due to expansion, we are looking to recruit a 'Trainee Estimator’ to complete in house training to be able to assist with tenders and delivering interior fit-out projects across the UK.

The ‘Estimator’ is an integral member of the team responsible for dealing with tenders from receipt of enquiry, sending out enquiries to subcontractors, finalizing tenders to submission under the direction of the Commercial Director. Upon a tender being successful you will then be required to complete a handover and support the project managers in liaising with suppliers and subcontractors, as and when required.

The successful candidate will ideally have experience of working on interiors and / or shop fitting projects, preferably with a background in the trade.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Attend client meetings and assist with determination of project requirements, as and when required
• Interpret drawings from concept designs through to full working construction drawings.
• Complete detailed, trade specific enquiries and accurately communicate relevant information to the various subcontractors.
• Effectively and accurately communicate relevant information to the client and project team.
• Maintain regular, consistent high level of service and professional relationships at all times with the client(s).
• Identifying and minimise risk to the business.
• Good understanding of construction methods and materials.
• Supporting the project team in placing orders with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Communicate ideas for improving company processes with a positive and constructive attitude, and for developing this attitude in others.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in the Shopfitting and Interior fit-out industry - ESSENTIAL
• High attention to detail - ESSENTIAL
• Effective communication skills - ESSENTIAL
• Ability to interpret drawings - ESSENTIAL
• Within commutable distance - ESSENTIAL
• Ability to produce take-offs and prepare bill of quantities - Preferred but not essential, training will be given
• Ability to send detailed, trade specific enquiries and accurately communicate relevant information to the various subcontractors to ensure accuracy of pricing - Preferred but not essential, training will be given
• Sound knowledge and use of Microsoft Office particularly Outlook, Word and Excel – Preferred but not essential, training will be given
• Experience in reviewing quotations to ensure fair, accurate and reasonable pricing is recommended for approval – Preferred but not essential, training will be given
• Ability to understand and identify main points in contracts from clients – Preferred but not essential, training will be given
• Experience of AutoCAD - Desirable but not essential, training will be given
• Sound ability to prioritise
• Self-motivated, pro-active, and keen to develop their role within the business
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team-based environment
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Valid UK Driving license

Benefits

• Full Time Position
• Competitive Salary £30,000.00
• Company pension - Included
• Working Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5:30pm
• Holiday - 22 days per year increasing to 25 days (based on length of service)
• Free onsite Parking

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Shopfitting and Interior fit-out industry: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person