Lead Estimator - Piping and Structural

• Lead and support the estimating team to deliver accurate and timely bids
• Assign work, prioritise workload, and report progress to management
• Review tender documentation to identify risks, opportunities, and scope gaps
• Support pricing strategy and bid adjudication with senior management
• Prepare detailed cost estimates including labour, materials, equipment, subcontract and indirects
• Produce quantity take-offs for structural/plating works (primary) and piping (secondary)
• Interpret drawings, specifications, isometrics, and MTOs for estimate development
• Prepare and issue RFQs to subcontractors and evaluate returns
• Define bid strategies including execution approach, schedule, and subcontract requirements
• Attend site walkdowns to understand scope and constraints
• Compile proposal documentation and coordinate internal estimate reviews
• Work closely with fabrication and project teams on workload and execution planning
• Compile handover work packs for awarded projects
• Lead estimating meetings and provide monthly reporting to management
• Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors

• Proven experience in a senior or lead estimating role within fabrication
• Experience leading or mentoring estimating teams and managing bid workloads
• Strong commercial understanding of fabrication projects (shop and site)
• Ability to interpret drawings/specifications and develop accurate cost estimates
• Strong experience in structural/plating fabrication estimating (primary discipline)
• Working knowledge of piping estimating principles (secondary), including isometrics and MTOs
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and resourceful
• Understanding of project execution planning and scheduling principles
• Knowledge of mechanical and structural disciplines, including piping experience (desirable)

Knowledge of mechanical and structural disciplines, including piping experience (desirable)