Global Estimating Manager
15 days ago
Dartford
Global Estimating Manager International / Leadership Opportunity SFR Recruitment Solutions are working on an exclusive retained search for a Global Estimating Manager to lead and develop a high-performing international estimating function within a growing, specialist manufacturing organisation. The Opportunity This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the global estimating function, ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of quotations, tender submissions and technical support across multiple regions. You’ll play a key role in shaping strategy, improving processes, and driving consistency across international teams. Hybrid, 3 days on site. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Development • Lead, mentor and develop a global estimating team, • Drive performance, accountability and continuous improvement Strategy & Process Improvement • Develop and implement a global estimating strategy aligned with growth plans, • Standardise systems, processes and best practice (including Driveworks) Estimating & Quotation Management • Oversee the creation of accurate, high-quality quotations, • Ensure all quotes align with client specifications and are efficiently managed through revisions, • Implement robust quality control processes Tender Management • Take ownership of global tender submissions, • Ensure accurate, timely and commercially competitive responses Technical & Commercial Support • Act as a central technical support function for the wider sales team, • Provide guidance on product selection, compatibility and alternative solutions Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work closely with Engineering, Product Development, Operations and Installation teams, • Ensure alignment between technical design, compliance standards and production capability Additional Responsibilities • Maintain accurate records of estimating activity and pipeline opportunities, • Support global alignment of standards, documentation and training, • Attend internal meetings and reporting forums as required ✅ What We’re Looking For • Strong background in estimating within construction, manufacturing or building products, • Proven experience managing teams, ideally across multiple regions, • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications, • Experience with configuration / quoting tools (e.g. Driveworks) and CRM systems, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, • Highly organised with strong attention to detail, • Commercially aware with the ability to balance accuracy and efficiency Why Apply? • Key leadership role within a growing international business, • Opportunity to shape global processes and strategy, • Collaborative, values-driven environment focused on quality and innovation For a confidential discussion, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions. Construction Recruitment Consultancy, dealing exclusively with Construction Jobs, Construction Vacancies and Specification Positions within: Door, window, Hardware, Ironmongery, Locks, Fenestration, Hinges, Architectural, Interior Products, Access Control, Fire, Security, Building Products, Fixing, Fasteners, Construction