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Senior Estimator / Head of Estimating – Fire Remediation
Job Posted: 8 days ago
Salary: £ 85,000 - 110,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: E6, East Ham South, Greater London
Expire in: 20 days
Job Description
Hill & Hill Recruitment are working with a leading specialist contractor operating across the fire safety, remediation and building safety sectors.
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, our client is looking to appoint a Senior Estimator / Head of Estimating to lead their pre-construction estimating function. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimating professional looking to take ownership of the estimating department, drive tender strategy and play a key role in the continued growth of a highly respected specialist contractor.
The successful candidate will oversee the pricing and submission of a diverse range of projects including fire remediation works, passive fire protection, fire door installations and replacements, compartmentation, life safety systems and wider building safety upgrades.
The Role
* Lead the estimating function, managing the tender process from enquiry through to submission.
* Prepare accurate cost estimates and commercially competitive tender submissions.
* Review drawings, specifications, surveys and tender documentation.
* Carry out detailed take-offs and pricing exercises.
* Obtain, negotiate and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
* Develop tender strategies that maximise profitability while remaining competitive.
* Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions.
* Work closely with clients, consultants, design teams and senior management throughout the pre-construction process.
* Provide leadership and mentoring to junior estimators as the team continues to grow.
* Support commercial and operational teams during project handover to ensure successful project delivery.
* Contribute to business development activities, framework submissions and strategic bids.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Senior Estimator, Lead Estimator or Head of Estimating within fire remediation, passive fire protection, fire doors, life safety systems or a related construction sector.
* Strong commercial awareness with a proven track record of winning profitable work.
* Excellent knowledge of building safety legislation, fire compliance and remediation projects.
* Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and survey reports.
* Experience leading complex tenders and managing multiple bid opportunities simultaneously.
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop estimating teams.
* Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
* Highly organised with exceptional analytical and numerical abilities.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software.
What's on Offer
* Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
* Opportunity to lead and develop the estimating function within a growing specialist contractor.
* Strong pipeline of secured projects across London and the South East.
* Genuine opportunity to influence business growth and tender strategy.
* Long-term career progression into senior leadership.
* Collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking working environment.
* The opportunity to deliver projects that make a significant contribution to improving building safety and compliance.
For further information or to apply, please contact Hill & Hill Recruitment in complete confidenceBefore You Apply
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