Salary: Up to ₹40,000 per month, depending on experience
Employment Type: Full-Time | Work from Office
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Interior Estimator with strong knowledge of interior materials, labour costing and woodwork/joinery costing. The candidate should have hands-on experience specifically in the interior design/interior fit-out industry and be capable of preparing accurate estimates, BOQs and quotations.
Please note: Candidates with primarily Civil Estimation/Civil Construction experience will not be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed BOQs, cost estimates and quotations for interior projects.
- Calculate material, labour and overall project costs based on drawings and specifications.
- Prepare accurate costing for woodwork, modular furniture, cabinetry, partitions, ceilings, flooring and other interior works.
- Analyse drawings and specifications to determine material and quantity requirements.
- Maintain updated knowledge of interior materials, finishes, hardware and market rates.
- Obtain and compare quotations from vendors and suppliers.
- Coordinate with design, purchase, production and project/site teams for costing requirements.
- Review project costs and identify opportunities for cost optimisation.
- Maintain proper estimation, quotation and cost-related documentation.
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years of relevant experience preferred in Interior Estimation / Interior Fit-outs.
- Strong knowledge of interior materials and their costing.
- Positive knowledge of woodwork/joinery costing is mandatory.
- Strong understanding of labour rates and labour costing for interior works.
- Experience preparing BOQs, quotations, quantity take-offs and project estimates.
- Ability to read and understand interior drawings and specifications.
- Good numerical, analytical and negotiation skills.
- Working knowledge of MS Excel and relevant estimation/design tools.
- Candidates with only civil construction/civil estimation experience are not suitable for this position.
Work Location: MG Road, Kochi – In Person Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month