Estimating Lead - Perm POS
2 days ago
City of London
Our client is an award-winning global design agency of bespoke retail displays. They partner with some of the best-known brands and retailers worldwide to transform customer experience through insight, technology, and creativity. The Opportunity They have identified the need to create a new role for a Senior Estimator; detail-oriented and commercially aware to drive the creation of accurate, strategic cost estimates for retail display projects. This role will work closely with the commercial team & sourcing team to develop winning proposals and will lead a team of manufacturing-based estimators to deliver complex, multi-material costings across metalwork, joinery, plastics, and print. Location: London or Fleet- UK or Mijdrecht- Netherlands Key Responsibilities Ensure estimates are accurate, timely, and aligned with commercial strategy. Review and validate team outputs to ensure consistency and accuracy. Provide cost insights and value engineering options to support bid strategy. Identify and flag technical risks or cost drivers early in the process. Maintain up-to-date cost databases and supplier benchmarks. Implement best practices in cost modeling and estimation methodology. Implement new technologies such as AI in estimating process • Support commercial decision-making with scenario-based costing and margin analysis. Key Skills and Experience · Proven background in estimating within retail display, shopfitting, or fixture manufacturing. · Familiarity with materials and processes including metalwork, joinery, plastics, and print. · Experience leading or coordinating a team of estimators · Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems, Monday.com and estimating software. · Exposure to client-facing commercial environments and tender submission teams