Estimator

Do you have an eye for detail in furniture design? A diligent approach to the administrative process? Strong interpersonal skills and organisational skills? Then we may have the perfect opportunity for you, as Lead Estimator with Benchmarx Contract Sales - New Build & Projects. 

Location: The Lead Estimator role is a remote working position and the successful candidate will be welcome to work from home or at one of our branches across the country. With the occasional requirement to attend team/supplier meetings and events, a driving licence is desirable but not a necessity. 

Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm. No weekend working but occasional overnight stays may be required for meetings and events, planned well in advance of the occasion. 

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary package 
• A market leading induction and onboarding, we provide you with CAD training, product training and we will support you to become a successful Lead Estimator.  
• 22 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• At Benchmarx, we have strong family values and believe in getting the right work/life balance. We make sure that hard work is rewarded and as an inclusive, family environment we want every team member to be recognised for the work they do. 
• Colleague discounts across a variety of our Group businesses including; 20% off at Toolstation, we also have a number of online discounts at leading retailers from theme parks to eating out and cinemas.

What experience do you need?

• Previous furniture design and estimating experience is essential
• Experience of working in a bustling high volume contract environment is advantageous
• Comfort with technical drawings and knowledge of construction legislation desirable
• Previous experience working in a remote/WFH position is desirable
• Strong knowledge of design software i.e Articad/Fusion 
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to a broad spectrum of individuals across multiple departments 
• Exceptional organisational skills and time management with experience of working in a deadline guided industry.  
• Knowledge of best practice in affordable housing and inclusive living product and design is highly desirable.

What will I be doing?

• Collaborating directly with our business development manager, you will play an integral part in the formative stage of our department, laying the foundations for future expansion and our drive toward being recognised as the go to supply partner for developers and contractors. 
• Preparation of design and estimate proposals to high, universally agreed standards working with rigorously pre-qualified client specification.
• Administrative process support and control - prepopulating and maintaining project and site trackers to support servicing branches
• Extracting information from technical drawings and specification documents, liaising directly with clients in the absence of the development manager. 
• Maintaining and the continuous development of a detailed understanding of products, their features and benefits, and ensuring they are used as appropriate to meet customer specifications.

A bit about us

For 20 years Benchmarx have offered a high quality range of kitchens and joinery products backed up by excellent service.  But what really sets us apart is a company culture of being great people to work with, whether as colleagues or with our valued customers.  With over 130 branches UK wide, we are proud to be part of Travis Perkins.