About the Role
Hard Hat Recruitment are seeking an experienced Passive Fire Estimator to lead and develop the estimating divison for an established client. This is a senior position where you’ll not only manage your own portfolio of clients and tenders, but also oversee and delegate workload across a growing estimating team. You’ll take ownership of deadlines, ensure accuracy of quotations, and be a key link between the estimating and operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
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Head up the estimating team for all passive fire projects.
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Delegate workloads and provide guidance to other estimators.
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Manage your own client portfolio, including pricing and quotations.
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Take responsibility for the team’s deadlines and accuracy in delivering tenders.
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Liaise closely with the Operations team to ensure smooth workflow from pricing through to delivery.
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Train and mentor new and junior staff as the department expands.
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Report directly to senior management on estimating performance and pipeline activity.
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Maintain and build relationships with key clients and suppliers.
Skills & Experience Required
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Proven experience as a Passive Fire Estimator within the fire protection industry
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Strong technical knowledge of passive fire products and systems (fire stopping, fire doors, intumescent coatings, cavity barriers, compartmentation).
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Experience managing or mentoring a small team.
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Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
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Commercially aware with strong negotiation skills.
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Proficient in relevant estimating software and Microsoft Office packages.
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