Joinery estimator

My client are recruiting for a Exhibition Estimator who will play a crucial role in the planning and execution of our projects by providing accurate cost estimates and budget proposals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estimating within the exhibition industry, excellent analytical skills and a keen attention to detail. Main Duties: * Estimating projects from either initial design or for re-installation * Liaising with the Sales Team on costing handover, ensuring all relevant information has been provided, and there is a clear understanding of any intricacies * Using internal software to produce internal costing sheets, which will be used by Project Management and Accounts to monitor and manage project spend * Managing workload on a daily basis to ensure the Clients deadline and the complexity of the design are considered and expectations are realistic * Develop an understanding, through regular and consistent meetings communication, of upcoming costings due to be required and ensure workload / deadlines are considered * Support and advise on designs; analysing for, amongst other things, cost effectiveness against budget and practicability of manufacture and installation * Supporting the Creative Director as necessary and assisting with his workload when absent Skills and Experience * Experience of the events and exhibition industry * Experience of estimating, ideally bespoke projects, using estimating software. I.e Smartsheet rsquo;s. * Team player with good communication skills * Personable: ability to work with a small team and inter-department * Able to format and report information clearly and constructively * Multitask: coordinate multiple projects and prioritise time accordingly * Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel * Experience of working within a small business so understands dynamics Key Skills Attributes: * Displays honesty integrity * Reliable, with good timekeeping * Ability to multi-task * Solid written and verbal communication skills * High attention to detail * Organisational skills * Critical thinking and problem-solving skills * Research skills * Analytical skills Important for potential candidates to note: * This is a permanent, full-time position. * Due to the creative nature of our business, we do not offer remote working. Fantastic office environment and great career prospects for someone who is looking for a long term career move in a thrilling and thriving fast paced industry