Head of estimating Work, Jobs in Rainham, Eng (with Salaries)

Head of Estimating
Augustus Martin Ltd —London
- £75,000 - £85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Excel
- Free parking
- Referral programme
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Head of Commercial & Estimating
VINCI Facilities UK —Rainham
- Full-time
- Driving
- Travel
- Leadership
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Furniture Estimator
MARIS INTERIORS LLP —London
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Excel
- Employee assistance programme
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POS Estimator
Wenbar Ltd —Chelmsford
- Full-time
- English
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
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Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Equans —London
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Travel
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Senior Project Manager
CBRE —London
- Full-time
- Business
Project Manager
Capital Maintenance Ltd —London
- £47,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Microsoft Office
- Project management
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Senior Estimator
Guildmore Ltd —London
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
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Risk Engineer
SCS Railways —London
- Civil engineering
- Engineering
- Communication skills
Test Systems Senior Team Leader
BAE Systems —Rochester
- Up to £70,000 a year
- Leadership
- Negotiation
5d
Senior Digital Construction Manager - Tier 1
Johnson BIM —London
- £80,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Travel
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Associate Director - PMO & Project Controls Specialist
Mace —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Team management
- No degree
- Contracts
Head of Commercials (Capital Projects)
ISS Facility Services —London
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Contracts
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Customer Engagement Manager - Europe
SymphonyAI —London
- £105,000 - £115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Spanish
- Project management
- Bachelor's degree
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Lead Estimator
Bouygues Construction —London
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
Estimator
Durkan —Borehamwood
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Organisational skills
- Computer skills
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Lecturer in Construction Management
Kingston University —Kingston upon Thames
- £45,025 - £48,820 a year
- Call to connect
- Doctoral degree
- Project management
- University
Divisional Commissioning Manager (East)
Bridges Electrical Engineers —Maidstone
- Full-time
- Programmable logic controllers
- Team management
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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Technical Sales Engineer - Service, Repair and Manintenance
New Haden Pumps Ltd —Chelmsford
- Full-time
- Sales
- Computer literacy
- Maintenance
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11d
Contracts Manager
Primech Building Services —Gillingham
- Management
- Engineering
- Microsoft Office
- Annual leave
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Head of Estimating

Augustus Martin Ltd -
London

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£75,000 - £85,000 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Casual dress
Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Canteen
Referral programme
On-site parking

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
AutoCAD
Driving Licence
Microsoft Excel
Management
Cost control
Microsoft Office
Team management
Leadership

Full job description

PURPOSE

The Head of Estimating will lead and manage the Estimating / Planning Department, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of cost estimates for large-format print and signage projects. This role involves collaborating with sales, operations, and project management teams to align on pricing, timelines, and client requirements. They lead teams of estimators, develop accurate cost projections for complex projects, and optimize commercial profitability. It blends strategic leadership, risk management, and hands-on bid delivery to secure winning contracts.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

§ Cost Estimation:

o Oversee cost estimates for materials, labour, equipment, and timelines.

o Oversee tender submissions, negotiate contract terms, and review high-stakes bids to ensure technical and commercial compliance

§ Client Engagement:

o Liaise with clients to gather project requirements and issue quotes.

o Build relationships with Tier 1/Tier 2 clients, subcontractors, and internal delivery teams to ensure smooth post-bid transitions and project handovers.

§ Supplier Management:

o Negotiate and communicate with suppliers and subcontractors.

§ Risk Management:

o Identify cost or project risks; provide mitigation strategies.

o Identify potential financial risks, formulate value engineering opportunities, and analyse market trends (e.g. inflation, labour rates).

§ Documentation & Compliance:

o Ensure professional, timely proposal submission.

§ Team Leadership:

o Lead, manage, and develop the Estimating Team.

o Take part in interviews.

o Assisted by the HR Team, complete performance reviews and manage employee relations within their staff members.

§ Project Handover:

o Smooth transition of projects to delivery teams.

§ Health & Safety:

o Ensure compliance during estimation/tendering.

This list is not exclusive and can be subjected to change from time to time, depending on company’s needs.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

At least 5 years’ experience working within an Estimating role.
At least 2 years’ experience within printing/manufacturing field.
At least 2 years’ experience managing teams.
Proven track record in tenders for projects up to £5 million.
High financial and commercial acumen, with a deep understanding of cost planning, profitability margins, and budget forecasting.
Strong leadership and motivation skills.
Strong Microsoft Office knowledge, especially Excel and Word.
Clear and confident communication.
Strategic thinker with commercial awareness.
Organised, detailed, calm under pressure.
Familiarity with drawings/specifications.

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS

Full UK driving license.
Degree qualification.
AutoCAD experience and professional chartership.

Pay: £75,000.00-£85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen
Casual dress
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking
On-site parking
Referral programme

Ability to commute/relocate:

London E3 3PB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

estimating: 5 years (required)
estimating within printing/manufacturing field: 2 years (required)
Team management: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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