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Lab Fit

Lab Fit have been helping organisations of all sizes in a variety of industries to design and

06/07/2026

WE ARE HIRING - COST ESTIMATOR

Lab Fit is a specialist design-and-build contractor focused on laboratories, office and commercial workspaces. We're growing and looking for a estimator to join our core team and play a hands on role in delivering fast-paced, high-spec fit-out projects across the UK.

What You’ll Be Doing

Take ownership of estimating on tenders and negotiated projects
Manage the full project lifecycle: pre-construction planning, client liaison, subcontractor procurement, and on-site coordination
Work closely with our design team to develop value-engineered solutions
Ensure quality, cost, and programme targets are met
Represent Lab Fit on site and in client meetings with professionalism and confidence

What We’re Looking For

5+ years experience as an estimator, project manager, or contracts manager in fit-out or construction
Strong commercial acumen and ability to price from drawings, specs, or client briefs
Experience delivering technical or compliance-led projects (lab, cleanroom, healthcare, M&E-heavy etc. ideal)
Able to lead multiple projects concurrently and make decisions in a fast-moving environment
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
CAD would be advantage

Why Join Lab Fit?

Work at the cutting edge of science and innovation in sectors that genuinely matter
Small, agile company where your input shapes outcomes
Regular site travel, and autonomy in your role
Competitive salary, expenses, and opportunities to grow as the company scales

Email your CV to [email protected]

06/07/2026

One thing we've learnt over the years is that clients rarely remember every detail of a project.

They remember how the team made them feel.

Did people communicate?
Did they leave the site clean each day?
Did they respond quickly when something changed?
Did they take ownership instead of making excuses?

Technical ability gets you onto the tender list.

Professionalism is what gets you invited back.

What's the one thing that makes you trust a contractor enough to use them again?

01/07/2026

Everyone gets excited about the finished project.

The new workspace.
The improved laboratory.
The fresh look.

But in our experience, the biggest problems usually start long before the first contractor arrives.

We've seen projects delayed because:

• The scope wasn't fully defined.
• Existing services weren't properly identified.
• The end users weren't involved early enough.
• Small details became expensive variations later.

A few extra hours spent planning at the beginning can save weeks during construction.

I'm interested to hear from Facilities Managers, Estates Teams and Project Managers.

What's the most common issue you've seen before a refurbishment even starts?

15/06/2026

If You Could Change One Thing About Your Laboratory...

What would it be?

More space?

Better storage?

Improved workflow?

Better ventilation?

Something else entirely?

We spend a lot of time talking to laboratory teams, and it's always interesting how different the priorities can be from one organisation to another.

Whether you're managing a start-up lab, university facility or commercial laboratory, we'd love to hear what you'd improve if you had the opportunity.

Share your thoughts below.

12/06/2026

What Is The Biggest Challenge In Your Laboratory?

We're interested to hear from laboratory managers and facilities teams.

Which of these causes the most headaches?

A. Lack of space
B. Storage issues
C. Ventilation concerns
D. Maintenance requirements
E. Future expansion
F. Compliance pressures

Comment below.

10/06/2026

Laboratory Maintenance Is Often Overlooked

Most organisations focus on building the laboratory.

Far fewer focus on maintaining it.

Planned maintenance can help:

✓ Reduce downtime
✓ Extend equipment life
✓ Improve safety
✓ Support compliance
✓ Reduce unexpected costs

Lab Fit provides ongoing maintenance support for laboratories and specialist environments.

08/06/2026

Could Your Existing Office Become A Laboratory?

Many biotech businesses assume they need a new building.

In reality, office-to-laboratory conversions can often provide a faster and more cost-effective solution.

The key considerations include:

• Ventilation requirements
• Electrical capacity
• Water services
• Fire safety
• Building compliance

We've helped clients assess whether their existing space can support laboratory operations.

Considering a conversion project?

Let's talk.

0800 193 2006
[email protected]

05/06/2026

FREE Laboratory Budget Estimate

Planning a laboratory project but unsure what budget to allocate?

Our online Laboratory Project Calculator provides an indicative project budget based on your requirements.

Useful for:

✓ Start-ups
✓ Science park tenants
✓ Universities
✓ Commercial landlords
✓ Facilities manager

Get your estimate in minutes.

👉 https://lab-fit.co.uk/project-estimate/

04/06/2026

Behind Every Successful Laboratory Is Good Planning

The best laboratory environments aren't necessarily the most expensive.

They're the ones designed around the people using them.

When planning a laboratory we consider:

✓ Equipment requirements
✓ Staff workflow
✓ Storage needs
✓ Safety compliance
✓ Future expansion
✓ Building services

Good planning today prevents costly changes tomorrow.

Call our expert team.

0800 193 2006
[email protected]

02/06/2026

Why Laboratory Projects Fail Before They Start

Many laboratory projects run into problems long before construction begins.

Common issues include:

Insufficient power provision
Poor ventilation planning
Lack of future expansion space
Inadequate storage requirements
Workflow inefficiencies

A successful laboratory starts with understanding how the space will actually be used.

At Lab Fit, we help clients develop laboratories that support both current operations and future growth.

Thinking about a laboratory project?

Get in touch for an initial discussion.

0800 193 2006
[email protected]
www.lab-fit.co.uk

Address

Unit 2B, Sam Alper Court, Depot Road
Newmarket
CB80GS

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+448001932006

Website

https://lab-fit.co.uk/

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