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Our client is a well-established and highly regarded structural steel contractor, delivering a wide range of steelwork projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Estimating Manager to join their commercial team and lead the estimating function from their office. Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the estimating team, overseeing incoming enquiries, producing accurate and competitive tenders, and ensuring departmental KPI targets are achieved. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator looking to take the next step into a management role or for an established Estimating Manager seeking a new challenge.
Job Responsibility
Manage the estimating department and oversee all incoming tender enquiries
Prepare accurate and commercially competitive estimates for structural steelwork projects
Personally convert a minimum of three enquiries per week while supporting the wider team in achieving individual targets
Liaise and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive quotations
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, architects, engineers, and contractors
Attend pre-tender meetings, interviews, and post-tender presentations
Produce weekly reports on enquiry status, tender pipeline, and departmental performance for the leadership team
Review team performance regularly and provide coaching and development support
Identify value engineering opportunities and practical construction solutions
Review drawings, specifications, and Tekla models to assess constructability and project requirements
Requirements
HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Building Studies, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
Previous experience in an Estimating Manager, Senior Estimator, or similar position within the structural steel, construction, or engineering sectors
Strong knowledge of building construction, structural steelwork, and civil engineering principles
Experience pricing projects ranging from 50 to 3,000 tonnes of steelwork
Ability to accurately interpret technical drawings and specifications
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of estimating and costing processes
Experience liaising with contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants
Knowledge of Tekla models and steelwork constructability would be advantageous
Previous line management or team leadership experience
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project
Professional membership (MCIOB, RICS or equivalent) would be advantageous but is not essential
Nice to have
Knowledge of Tekla models and steelwork constructability
Professional membership (MCIOB, RICS or equivalent)
What we offer
Profit-related bonus scheme
33 days holiday including Bank Holidays and Christmas shutdown