Estimating Manager

Project Start Recruitment Solutions Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Estimating Manager to oversee the management of high-quality planned maintenance bids. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in PPM estimating within the facilities management sector, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role comes with a salary range of £50K - £55K plus a car allowance or company vehicle, with a focus on managing multiple bids efficiently under tight deadlines.

Benefits

Car allowance

Company vehicle

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in PPM estimating within facilities management.
• Proficient in relevant estimating tools and CRM systems.
• Strong understanding of private & public sector procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage bid timelines to meet deadlines.
• Lead end-to-end bid process including tender site visits.
• Attend post-tender interviews and deliver presentations.

Skills

PPM estimating experience

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Time management

Education

SQA Nat. 4 Standard in English and Maths

Tools

PPM estimating tools

CRM systems

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Estimating Manager to join our National Sales Team. This is a pivotal role responsible for managing and delivering high-quality planned preventative maintenance (PPM) bids that support ECG’s growth strategy to win new business across our service lines.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage bid timelines, ensuring all deadlines are met without compromising quality.
• Lead the end-to-end bid process which encompasses; attending tender site visits, reviewing all tender documentation to ensure all areas of the specification have been considered prior to submission, populating a PPM contract costing model with all asset and task data that forms part of our clients tender specification and raising queries with our clients as part of mid-tender and post-tender clarification periods.
• Attend post-tender interviews and deliver professional PowerPoint presentations to clients.
• Analyse bid outcomes and request Client feedback to ensure continuous improvement.
• Provide support and cover for the National Sales Manager.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Operations, Technical Management Teams & Contract Support Teams.
• Lead or assist with the mobilisation of any contract award where you were assigned as the Bid Lead.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Education to SQA Nat. 4 Standard or equivalent Standard grade (General Pass) in English and Maths or a relevant National qualification equivalent to Higher level (Grade A-C).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in PPM estimating within the facilities management or M&E services sector.
• Experience using PPM estimating tools and CRM systems.
• Solid understanding of SFG20 service specification.
• Attendance at post tender interviews and delivering presentations via PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of private & public sector procurement processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent customer communication skills.
• Self-motivated and dependable, with the ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a team.
• Organised communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• High level of verbal, written and numeric skills.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Be able to prioritise your work, work to tight deadlines, plan, organise and monitor several activities at the same time.
• Reliable under pressure.
• A flexible approach to working hours is essential due to the operational requirements of the business.
• Good time management skills.
• Proactively seeks ownership and accountability.
• Prepared to Challenge the status quo.
• Proactive problem-solver.

SALARY & BENEFITS OFFERED

£50K - £55K + Car Allowance or company vehicle

Please call Clare Golding on 07799 886594