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Estimator, Exhibitions & Events - London or Birmingham (hybrid)
We seek an experienced and skilled Estimator to compliment the expanding Graphics division of a Global full service face-to-face live events & marketing partner, who create some of the most incredible exhibitions, events, sales conferences and experiential engagement zones of all sizes. Encompassing every detail from initial strategy, show-stopping audio visual and insightful measurement, they bring brands to life!
Role Function:
* As the Estimator, you will be responsible for processing design briefs and producing accurate and competitive quotes based on those designs. Working closely with the design, project management and sales teams, you will ensure that all projects are costed effectively, aligned with Client budgets and are executed to the highest standards.
* Utilise a disciplined & commercial intuitiveness, combined with flair, imagination, the energy to multi-task and a professional approach to work & appearance. You will be able to function under pressure and remain calm, with a clear ability to prioritise and to communicate highly effectively at all levels.
Key activities include:
* Processing design briefs, reviewing and analysing them to fully understand the scope, specifications and requirements of each project.
* Collaborate with the design team to clarify any ambiguities and ensure that the design intent is clearly understood, whilst assessing materials, resources, and labour required based on the design specifications.
* Quotation preparation, calculating accurate costs for materials, labour, equipment, and subcontracted services required for each project - preparing detailed and itemised quotations that align with company pricing strategies and Client budgets.
* Identifying potential cost-saving opportunities without compromising on quality or design integrity.
* Project coordination, working closely with Project Managers, participating in meetings with Clients & designers to discuss and refine estimates.
* Maintain a database of costs, services and suppliers to ensure consistency and accuracy in quotations, sourcing and negotiating prices with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing.
* Reporting & Documentation, providing regular reports on the status of quotes, highlighting any significant changes or potential risks, whilst maintaining accurate records of all estimates, quotations and related documentation for future reference.
Ideally you’ll have a strong technical appreciation of the Exhibition industry as you’ll be liaising with the Studio, Creative & Graphics production teams on the development of concepts, working closely and collaboratively with other colleagues in the Business to deliver complete and fully integrated project solutions.
This role offers a competitive salary, dependent on experience, alongside a host of big company benefits including generous holiday entitlement and hybrid working.
The role is a genuine hybrid working remit, but you will be required to work from either their NEC (Birmingham) HQ or their expanding London ExCel operation, so proximity to either location is considered essential. This is an impressive Global Business with strong market recognition, offering a fabulous opportunity to join a dynamic and empowered team in the development of your career potential with in the Exhibitions, Events and Graphics arena.
Estimator, Project Manager, Commercial Manager, Features, Exhibition, Events, Large Format, Digital, Print, Signage, Wide Format, Display Graphics, Installation, Design and Build, B Matrix, Modular
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