Estimator

Job Description:
Job Overview
As an Estimator, you will be responsible for pricing flooring projects within hospitals and healthcare facilities. Duties include reviewing drawings and specifications, measuring floor areas, calculating material and labour costs, obtaining supplier quotations, preparing detailed estimates and tenders, and ensuring all flooring works meet relevant healthcare standards, specifications and project budgets.
Responsibilities
Review specifications, drawings and other project information to understand the work being estimated.
Prepare and check cost estimates, recording assumptions and identifying items that may affect the overall cost.
Compare estimates with available information, investigate discrepancies and update calculations when project details change.
Share estimate findings with colleagues and explain cost considerations clearly to support planning and decision-making.
Requirements
Previous experience as a Flooring Estimator, ideally within commercial or healthcare projects, preferred but not required.
Knowledge of flooring materials, including vinyl, safety flooring, carpet tiles and specialist hospital flooring.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
Experience measuring floor areas and calculating material and labour costs.
Knowledge of tendering, quotations and cost planning.
Good understanding of hospital flooring requirements and healthcare standards.
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and estimating software.
Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.

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