Team Leader - Estimation

Client of 8 Recruitment

The Estimation/Design Team Leader will manage a small team responsible for space planning, product specification, furniture layouts, and costing for project proposals. This role requires someone with strong technical design skills, commercial awareness, and hands-on experience within a furniture dealership, interiors company, or workspace solutions provider.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organised, and able to translate client requirements into accurate proposals and visually compelling designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design and estimation team, ensuring timely delivery of proposals and drawings.
• Oversee space planning, furniture layouts, and product specifications based on client briefs.
• Prepare detailed BOQs, costing sheets, and commercial proposals for sales teams and clients.
• Prepare quotations, proposals, and commercial offers in line with client requirements.
• Review project drawings and client requirements to ensure accuracy and feasibility.
• Coordinate closely with the sales team to support pitches, presentations, and tender submissions.
• Liaise with suppliers and global brand partners to obtain pricing, product information, and lead times.
• Ensure all technical drawings meet brand standards and project requirements.
• Strengthen internal design processes, workflows, and quality control measures.
• Mentor junior designers and estimators, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team.