Senior Estimator / Head of Estimating – Fire Remediation
2 months ago
East Ham South
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 confidence