AV Commercial Estimator

SER (Staffing) Ltd; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company seeks an AV Commercial Estimator for a senior position. The successful candidate will produce cost estimates and detailed proposal documents for AV projects, liaising closely with the leadership team. Ideal applicants will possess a robust understanding of AV or construction estimating, commercial acumen, and the ability to negotiate with suppliers effectively. This hybrid role is located in Ashford, offering a dynamic environment for an experienced professional in the field.

Qualifications

• Experience in producing accurate cost estimates and proposal documents.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience in managing procurement and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate cost estimates and proposal documents.
• Prepare accurate quotations and pricing using WeQuote.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and negotiate prices.

Skills

Understanding of AV and construction estimating

Commercial acumen

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Job description

Job Description

AV Commercial Estimator

Location: Ashford, Kent (Hybrid)

Salary: Salary bracket is open depending on experience

The Role

This is a senior position reporting directly to the senior leadership team. Working closely with the leadership team, you'll be responsible for producing accurate quotations, tender documentation, and pricing for a range of complex audio visual projects.

This role will suit someone with a solid understanding of AV or construction estimating, strong commercial acumen, and the confidence to build supplier relationships and negotiate pricing.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce accurate, commercially strong cost estimates and proposal documents across residential, hospitality and commercial sectors.
• Prepare quotations and pricing opportunities accurately using WeQuote.
• Review and interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender packs.
• Manage procurement and build relationships with key suppliers – negotiating prices to increase project margins
• Source and compare supplier quotes, confirming lead times and product availability.
• Produce BOMs and bid / tender documentation.
• Verify lead times and product availability.
• Factor in risk allowances, overheads, and preliminaries when estimating.
• Actively tracking tender pipeline activity.

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