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Estimator

  • Location: Solihull
  • Salary: £55k - 65k per year + None
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted about 24 hours ago

  • Sector: Surveying, Construction
  • Contact: Harry Sharrard
  • Contact Email: Harry.Sharrard@anderselite.com
  • Contact Phone: 0121 200 5520
  • Expiry Date: 05 June 2025
  • Job Ref: anders_elite_411137

An opportunity has arisen for an Estimator to join the team in the Fire Protection Business on behalf of a tier one contractor. This role can be based either in Solihull or Leicester


- Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for passive fire protection works, including fire stopping, fireproof coatings, fire doors, and compartmentation systems.
- Analyse project drawings, specifications, and tender documents to determine material and labour costs.
- Develop competitive pricing strategies while ensuring profitability.
- Ensure estimates align with fire safety regulations, building codes, and industry standards.
- Keep up to date with the latest passive fire protection products, materials, and best practices.
- Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain the best pricing and material specifications.
- Work closely with project managers, site teams, and clients to refine estimates and scope of work.
- Provide technical advice and solutions to clients regarding fire protection systems.
- Attend pre-tender and post-tender meetings as required.
- Maintain accurate records of estimates, quotations, and tender submissions.
- Prepare detailed reports and breakdowns of costs for management review.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies within project budgets


About You:


- Experience in estimating within the passive fire protection industry or a related construction sector

Passive Fire Protection experience is essential.
- Knowledge of fire safety regulations, building codes, and industry standards (e.g., BS 476, EN 1366, ASFP guidelines)
- Proficiency in reading construction drawings, specifications, and tender documents
- Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Excel, or specialist fire protection estimating tools)
- A relevant qualification in construction, fire protection, or quantity surveying is desirable but not essential
You will also be able to demonstrate the following key attributes.

- Desire to understand and promote the Company purpose, vision, values and culture
- Organised, structured and professional, with a passion for excellence, striving to delivering the best.
- Flexibility, resilience and the ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders. Demonstrating strong ethical standards with openness and honest.
- Commitment to the provision of excellent customer service, passionate, committed and enthusiastic in all that you do.
- A self-starter with a can-do attitude and a desire to pick up new challenges. Dedicated to working together to achieve results.

Our benefits:


We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.


- Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays
- A wide range of corporate discounts
- Cycle to Work schemes
- Comprehensive pension plan
- Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme
- Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it
- Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role

Please contact Harry Sharrard at Anderselite for more information, via LinkedIn.