Estimating Manager
13 days ago
Wellingborough
Role: Estimating Manager Location:Wellingborough based with hybrid working - 2 office days per week. Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 We are looking for an experienced Estimating Managerto lead our estimating and tendering activities, ensuring strong commercial control and profitable growth across the business. This is a hands-on role, with approximately 70-80% of your time dedicated to estimating, alongside managing and developing one Estimator based in Wellingborough. Key Responsibilities • Lead the estimating and tender process from enquiry through to submission and approval., • Review tender documents, specifications, drawings, pricing schedules, and contractual requirements., • Prepare commercial reviews highlighting pricing, risks, opportunities, assumptions, and recommendations., • Apply an 80/20 commercial review approach to focus on the areas of greatest value and risk., • Challenge supplier pricing and compare UK, EU, and Far East sourcing options., • Work closely with Sales, Procurement, Finance, Operations, and Senior Management to develop winning bid strategies., • Act as Bid Manager on key opportunities, ensuring customer requirements and deadlines are met., • Present recommendations and tender submissions to senior management and the Board., • Produce monthly reports on tender activity, revenue, margins, and win/loss performance., • Carry out monthly reviews of stock and margin performance with Account Managers. About You • Strong estimating, tendering, commercial, or procurement experience within manufacturing, shopfitting, retail equipment, construction, interiors, furniture, or a project-led environment., • Proven experience managing tenders valued at £500,000+., • Excellent commercial acumen and the ability to assess risk, margin, and competitiveness., • Strong technical ability with experience reading drawings and specifications., • Advanced Excel skills are essential., • Excellent analytical, organisational, and presentation skills., • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities., • Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to challenge and influence at all levels. What's on Offer? • Flexible working with a minimum of two days per week in Wellingborough., • A key role within the business, offering genuine influence and the opportunity to work on high-value, strategic projects. If you are an experienced Estimating professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. JBRP1_UKTJ