Lead Estimator

107386
Stourbridge, West Midlands, England
Market related
Permanent
Facilities Management

Job Title: Lead Estimator

Location: Stourbridge

Pay Range/details: Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

 

Omega are supporting an industry leading supplier of fire detection and fire protection systems in their search for Lead Estimator, with previous experience in the fire protection sector, to join a busy Sales and Estimating Team. The right Lead Estimator will analyse blueprints & specifications to develop installation proposals in line with client requirements. This role is specific to mechanical projects.

 

Key Responsibilities – Lead Estimator

  • Review tender documents including project specific consultant specifications & drawings.
  • Liaising with clients & attending meetings to discuss projects.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients.
  • Conduct site surveys as needed to gather key data for accurate estimating.
  • Communicate with suppliers to obtain project-specific pricing and availability.
  • Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to create blueprints and preliminary designs to support the estimating process.
  • Monitor and progress submitted quotations to obtain client feedback, negotiate & prepare win/loss KPIs and lessons learnt.
  • Maintain regular communication with internal departments such as Projects, Commercial, and Design to ensure alignment.
  • Lead internal handover meetings following project awards to ensure smooth project transition.
  • Job offers subject to security screening, DBS Enhanced and PNC checks.

 

Qualifications & Requirements – Lead Estimator

  • Technical understanding of international fire protection related standards including LPC / BSEN12845, BS9251, BS5306, BS9990, FM & NFPA Systems.
  • Experience in team leadership.
  • Exposure to the special hazards market is advantageous but not essential.
  • Willingness to travel throughout the UK & overseas.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and adapt to shifting priorities.
  • Holds a full UK driving licence.

 

What we can offer – Lead Estimator

  • 25 days holiday plus BH’s with the opportunity to buy or sell up to an additional 5 days.
  • Salary Exchange Pension Scheme.
  • Healthcare Cash Plan- claim back the costs of dentist, opticians, physio, prescriptions and much more.
  • Employee Assistance Programme including mental health support, legal, financial advice and access to own Mental Health First Aid team.
  • Access to 24/7 GP helpline and online GP surgery.
  • Access to discounts from 1000s of retailers through PERKS such as gym membership discounts, shopping, cinema tickets, and discounts at your favourite restaurants.
  • Hours of Work: Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm Friday 9am – 4pm

 

For more information on this role, please contact Michael Farrell on 01453 829768 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Candidates who are currently a Lead Estimator, Cost Engineer, Pre-Construction Estimator, Bid Manager, Proposals Engineer, Tendering Engineer, Commercial Estimator, Project Estimator, Estimating Specialist, Estimating Manager may be suitable for this position.

For details of other opportunities available within your chosen field please visit our website www.omegaresource.co.uk

Omega is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Energy & Renewables and Tech sectors.

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