Estimating Manager (Passive Fire Protection)
Location: Office based near Crawley
Work-from-home Fridays
Increased flexibility available once settled
Role Overview
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Lead and manage the estimating function within a specialist passive fire protection contractor
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Oversee full tender lifecycle from enquiry through to handover
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Play a key role in securing and delivering profitable projects
Key Responsibilities
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Manage and oversee all tender submissions
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Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
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Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates
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Price passive fire protection packages including fire stopping, intumescent coatings and fire boarding
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Develop tender strategies to maximise success rates
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Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options
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Liaise with clients, main contractors, and internal teams
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Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations and industry standards
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Support pre-construction and early engagement activities
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Lead tender adjudication processes
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Manage workload and priorities within the estimating team
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Mentor and develop junior estimators
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Improve estimating systems, processes, and reporting
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Support smooth project handover to delivery teams
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Attend meetings, site visits, and pre-contract discussions
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Build and maintain strong client and supply chain relationships
Requirements
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Proven experience in estimating within construction
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Strong background in passive fire protection (essential)
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Experience pricing fire stopping, compartmentation, or similar works
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Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
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Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
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Excellent communication and leadership skills
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Experience managing or mentoring a team (preferred)
What’s on Offer
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Key leadership role within a growing specialist contractor
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Long-term progression and development
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Supportive and collaborative environment
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Diverse project portfolio across multiple sectors