Senior Estimator / Head of Estimating - Fire Remediation

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