About the role
As part of our succession and growth plans we have a fantastic opportunity for a JOINERY ESTIMATOR to join our business.
This is an exciting opportunity to work for a well-established, family-owned Joinery business with 150 years’ experience in the industry based in Luton.
The successful candidate will be an excellent Joinery Estimator with experience within the industry and the salary for this role is negotiable depending on experience.
Reporting to the Joinery Manager the suitable candidate will take a lead role within the office ensuring works are carried out to a high standard and in a timely manner, driving both efficiency & quality.
We are a family-owned Construction business established 150 years ago and based in Luton, Bedfordshire. We operate predominantly in the northern Home Counties on both public and private sector works including heritage buildings. Our portfolio of works includes new build, design and build, refurbishment, renovations, alterations and other small works.
Requirements
Successful applicants will have a joinery background and experience within a similar role.
You will be well presented, highly motivated and willing to work within a close knit team and possess a meticulous eye for detail and quality.
Responsibilities
Carrying out detailed estimates for joinery work either manually or using relevant and appropriate software packages.
Work closely with the Project Team from coordination of suppliers and trades, CAD Technician, and the Design Team through to client relationship management.
Oversee and manage all of the estimating and pre-construction processes.
Identify and select subcontractors and solicit competitive pricing for tenders.
Read, interpret and understand contract drawings and specifications.
Demonstrate reliability, accountability, and excellent customer service.
Produce an accurate scope of work for projects.
Participate in pre-construction and project management process.
Benefits
PPE provided.
Free parking.
Good transport links.
Fully paid induction and training.
Ongoing training and support.
Long Service Awards.
Membership of online support platform for all staff.
About our hiring process
We encourage applicants from all backgrounds – come and talk to us and see if we are a fit for what you are seeking in your career.
We have adjustments available for those who may need additional assistance.
We aim to get back to our candidates as soon as possible – you will be given a single point of contact when you apply who will be the person to whom you can address queries.
All candidates will get feedback about their interview and we welcome feedback on how you found the process too.
We aim to get back to all candidates within 3 days of their CV submission.
We aim to get back to all candidates within 5 working days of their interview.
Interviews are predominantly face to face with at least one director and a member of our HR team. There may be a second interview.
Interviews are question and answer based and you will have the opportunity to ask questions about both the role and the company.
You may also need to undertake a role appropriate competency test.
We will expect you to be able to answer questions about yourself, your CV and your previous experience.