Job Description:

Hill & Hill Recruitment are working with a leading specialist contractor operating across the fire safety, remediation and building safety sectors.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, our client is looking to appoint a Senior Estimator / Head of Estimating to lead their pre-construction estimating function. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimating professional looking to take ownership of the estimating department, drive tender strategy and play a key role in the continued growth of a highly respected specialist contractor.

The successful candidate will oversee the pricing and submission of a diverse range of projects including fire remediation works, passive fire protection, fire door installations and replacements, compartmentation, life safety systems and wider building safety upgrades.

The Role

• Lead the estimating function, managing the tender process from enquiry through to submission.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and commercially competitive tender submissions.
• Review drawings, specifications, surveys and tender documentation.
• Carry out detailed take-offs and pricing exercises.
• Obtain, negotiate and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Develop tender strategies that maximise profitability while remaining competitive.
• Identify project risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions.
• Work closely with clients, consultants, design teams and senior management throughout the pre-construction process.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to junior estimators as the team continues to grow.
• Support commercial and operational teams during project handover to ensure successful project delivery.
• Contribute to business development activities, framework submissions and strategic bids.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Estimator, Lead Estimator or Head of Estimating within fire remediation, passive fire protection, fire doors, life safety systems or a related construction sector.
• Strong commercial awareness with a proven track record of winning profitable work.
• Excellent knowledge of building safety legislation, fire compliance and remediation projects.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and survey reports.
• Experience leading complex tenders and managing multiple bid opportunities simultaneously.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop estimating teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised with exceptional analytical and numerical abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software.

What's on Offer

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead and develop the estimating function within a growing specialist contractor.
• Strong pipeline of secured projects across London and the South East.
• Genuine opportunity to influence business growth and tender strategy.
• Long-term career progression into senior leadership.
• Collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking working environment.
• The opportunity to deliver projects that make a significant contribution to improving building safety and compliance.

For further information or to apply, please contact Hill & Hill Recruitment in complete confidence.