This is not a traditional desk-based estimating role.
We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships, understanding projects from the outset and working closely with clients throughout the tender and quotation process. If you're someone who wants to influence projects rather than simply price bills of quantities, this could be the opportunity you're looking for.
The business has invested heavily in technology, with its own AI-powered estimating platform completing much of the administrative work, allowing the estimating team to focus on what really adds value - commercial thinking, client engagement and winning work.
Overview of the role:
Working alongside the Head of Estimating, you'll take ownership of enquiries from initial client engagement through to final quotation.
You'll spend time understanding project requirements, visiting sites where required, developing strong client relationships and producing commercially sound estimates across a variety of passive fire projects.
Projects will typically include:
* Fire Door Installations & Remediation
* Fire Stopping
* Compartmentation Works
* Social Housing Refurbishment Programmes
* Planned Maintenance Frameworks
This role combines technical estimating with commercial awareness and customer engagement, making it ideal for someone who enjoys being involved throughout the pre-construction process.
Key responsibilities:
* Prepare detailed quotations and cost estimates for passive fire projects
* Review survey information and project specifications
* Engage directly with clients throughout the tender process
* Attend client meetings and site visits where required
* Develop pricing strategies that balance competitiveness and profitability
* Liaise closely with operational teams to ensure estimates are commercially viable and deliverable
* Support bid submissions across a range of framework and negotiated opportunities
* Build long-term relationships with both existing and prospective clients
What we're looking for:
We're interested in speaking with experienced estimators who understand that successful estimating is about more than producing numbers.
You'll ideally have experience of:
* Passive fire estimating (fire doors, fire stopping and compartmentation)
* Client-facing estimating or pre-construction roles
* Social housing or refurbishment projects
* Reading drawings, specifications and survey information
* Commercial negotiation and pricing strategy
* Site visits and customer meetings
Additional knowledge of wider construction packages such as drylining, AOVs or subcontract management would be advantageous but isn't essential.
Salary:
The business is flexible depending on experience.
* £50,000-£60,000 for an experienced passive fire estimator.
* Up to £75,000 for an established commercial estimator with an existing network, proven client relationships and the ability to generate opportunities.
What's on offer:
* Hybrid working (office preferred with flexibility of 2- to 3-days per week from home for the right individual)
* Opportunity to join a well-established and growing national business
* Investment in innovative AI-driven estimating technology
* Strong pipeline of secured work
* Genuine opportunity to influence the commercial success of the business
* Long-term career progression within a growing group
Salary description
£50000.00 - £75000.00 per year