Senior Fit-out/Joinery Estimator | Royal Joinery
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Royal Joinery isn't your average carpentry company. We're a full-service joinery, furniture, and fit-out specialist, equipped to handle even the most demanding high-profile projects.
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Overview
**Royal Joinery** isn't your average carpentry company.
We're a full-service joinery, furniture, and fit-out specialist, equipped to handle even the most demanding high-profile projects.
Our in-house workshop means you benefit from a single point of contact and unparalleled expertise, eliminating the need to deal with multiple subcontractors or outside furniture suppliers.
Here at Royal Joinery, we take pride in exceptional craftsmanship.
Our team comprises highly skilled and qualified experts who combine traditional techniques with cutting-edge technology to deliver sophisticated woodworking solutions across a broad spectrum of projects and industries.
We focus on meticulous attention to detail and quality, ensuring your project receives the dedication it deserves.
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead our estimation team for interior fit-out.
In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire estimation process, from initial tender inquiries to final contract pricing.
Responsibilities
- Prepare comprehensive and competitive cost estimates for high-end interior fit-out/Joinery projects.
- Manage the full tender process, including interpreting drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
- Develop and maintain Bills of Quantities (BOQs) for projects.
- Collaborate with project managers, architects, and suppliers to determine material, labour, and equipment costs.
- Negotiate pricing with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure best value.
- Oversee cost control measures throughout the estimation process.
- Identify and propose value engineering solutions to optimise project budgets.
- Manage a team of estimators and ensure they produce accurate and timely estimates.
- Review and analyse contractor claims for accuracy.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits.
- Assist in establishing and maintaining company estimation policies and procedures.
- Work with sales to prioritise bids and ensure timely submissions.
- To succeed in this role, you should have the following skills and experience:
- Minimum **7 years of proven experience** in cost estimation for interior fit-out/Joinery projects within the UAE/GCC.
- Strong expertise in **high-end finishes, bespoke joinery, custom-made furniture, and complex MEP services**.
- In-depth knowledge of local market rates for materials, labour, and subcontractors (UAE/GCC market essential).
- Proven experience handling FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) costing.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess tender risks and contractual requirements.
- Excellent negotiation and commercial acumen.
- Proficient in estimation software, MS Excel, and tender management processes.
- Strong communication and reporting skills.
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