Position Overview
ROLE: Estimating Manager (Commercial Focus)
SALARY: £60,000 - £80,000 (DOE)
LOCATION: Hertfordshire
Are you passionate about precision, innovation, and delivering first‑class structural steel solutions? We're representing a highly regarded, forward‑thinking steel fabrication business with an outstanding reputation across major infrastructure. With a strong pipeline of high‑profile work, they are now seeking an Estimating Manager to lead and shape their estimating function – with a strong commercial and QS influence. This is a genuine opportunity to build the division in your own image, with autonomy, ownership, and board‑level visibility.
The Role
* Lead and develop the estimating division, implementing robust processes, strategy, and controls.
* Take full ownership of estimating activity across large‑scale infrastructure and structural steel packages.
* Work closely with Tier 1 main contractors on bids, tenders, and negotiated projects.
* Provide commercial leadership across pre‑construction, ensuring strong cost planning and risk mitigation.
* Oversee pricing strategy, value engineering, and margin control.
* Mentor and support junior estimators and commercial team members.
* Collaborate with senior leadership on pipeline, forecasting, and business strategy.
* Provide QS‑level commercial input including cost management, contract awareness, and financial risk assessment.
About You
* Proven leadership experience in estimating within the structural steel sector.
* Strong background in commercial management and/or Quantity Surveying.
* Confident dealing with Tier 1 contractors and familiar with their commercial processes.
* Strong understanding of contracts, cost control, variations, and risk analysis.
* Commercially astute with the ability to protect margin while remaining competitive.
* Ambitious, driven, and capable of building and shaping a high‑performing division.
What's on Offer
* The opportunity to lead and own the estimating & commercial function.
* Salary £60,000 – £80,000 depending on experience.
* Long‑term career progression within a business with a secure project pipeline.
* Hybrid flexibility for the right candidate.
For more information please get in touch with our steel specialists Sharon O'Donnell or Sabrina O'Donnell at The Highfield Company.
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