Lead Estimator (Passive Fire Protection)
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 DOE
Location: Harrogate-based role with flexible hybrid working
Adaston are an industry leading Passive Fire Protection firm, specialising in the inspection and remediation of fire protection and fire doors as well as consultancy services to a wide range of clients in the public and private sector.
With our continued success, we are focused on driving growth and improving commercial efficiency. We have an open and collaborative office culture where new ideas are valued, and continuous improvement is encouraged.
We are looking for a Lead Estimator to manage and direct a small but growing team, taking the lead on tenders and quotes for our full range of services. This role is ideal for someone with at least 5 years of estimating experience and 3 years in the passive fire protection industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all estimating processes.
- Develop, monitor, and refine pricing models.
- Manage personal and technical development of the estimating team.
- Manage and prioritise submission deadlines for all quotes, ensuring timely delivery to clients.
- Review schedule of rates, pricing methodology, and proposal documents produced by the estimating team.
- Produce pricing sheets for clients’ required work scopes.
- Manage pricing aspects of all public tenders.
- Liaise with technical and operations teams regarding specifications and logistics for work scopes being priced.
- Monitor data to provide insights to inform and refine future bids.
- Produce proposals, detailing scope of works and specifications.
- Review of preliminary doorset quotations alongside technical team.
- Assist sales team with client direction on budget, aims, and objectives from initial enquiry.
- Request quotations from material suppliers to assist with pricing.
Our Ideal Candidate:
Required:
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Advanced Excel skills with experience using XLOOKUP, PivotTables, and nested functions.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and tender documentation.
- Excellent analytical and numerical skills, with attention to detail.
- Working to deadlines and managing workload.
Desirable:
- Experience with Bolster Systems or similar.
- Line management experience.
- Use of a CRM system to track quotes throughout the estimating process.
We welcome candidates who are eager to contribute to the development of our commercial processes and drive the business forward. Please get in touch if you require any additional information, and we look forward to your application.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Application question(s):
- Please briefly describe why you would be a good fit for this role?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Harrogate HG3 1GY
Application deadline: 30/04/2025