Estimator

Mitie Group plc.; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fire protection company in the UK is seeking an Estimator for Mechanical Systems to analyze blueprints and develop proposals for fixed fire-fighting systems. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a technical understanding of fire-protection standards, and will be customer-focused with a willingness to learn. Benefits include a company car, 25 days holiday, and private medical cover. This position requires flexibility and travel throughout the UK and Europe.

Benefits

Company Car

25 days holiday

Life Insurance

Private Medical Cover

Company Pension

Qualifications

• Technical understanding of LPC / BS EN standards related to fire protection.
• Experience within special-hazard market is beneficial.
• Proven IT skills with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze tender documents for project specifications.
• Liaise with clients for project discussions and requirements.
• Develop detailed estimates and proposals based on gathered information.
• Maintain strong client relationships throughout project lifecycle.
• Utilize CAD software to produce preliminary designs.

Skills

Technical understanding of international fire-protection related standards

Experience in the special-hazard market

Strong organizational skills

Exceptional attention to detail

Proven IT skills with MS Office

Friendly personality

Willingness to travel

Strong commercial awareness

Job description

Location: The role is based out of the Stourbridge Office.

Hours of Work: Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm, Friday 9am – 4pm; flexibility required.

Salary depends on experience.

Argus Fire, launched in 1982, is now part of the Mitie Group. We are the UK’s class‑leading supplier of fire detection and fire protection systems. We design, install and maintain all types of automatically operating fire extinguishing systems and electronically activated fire detection and alarm systems for large projects to small standalone products. We currently have over 200 employees and offices in Stourbridge (HQ), Manchester and London.

Why Join Us?

Come and work with a talented, motivated and friendly group of like‑minded colleagues. You will be supported and encouraged to develop your skills and knowledge through structured training and coaching from experienced colleagues. Argus Fire invests heavily in apprenticeships, futures and ongoing learning and development.

Estimator – Mechanical Systems

As an Estimator within our Sales & Estimating Department, you will analyse blueprints and specifications to develop installation proposals in line with client requirements. This role is specific to mechanical projects and will involve estimating and selling fixed fire‑fighting systems for a range of markets within the UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, including project‑specific consultant specifications and drawings
• Liaise with clients and attend meetings to discuss projects
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients
• Survey and obtain key information to inform estimates, where required
• Contact suppliers to obtain project‑specific costs
• Utilise computer‑aided design software to develop blueprints and preliminary designs to inform the estimate
• Utilise in‑house calculation software to develop a fixed estimate
• Develop a detailed proposal document complete with associated deliverables, where applicable
• Monitor and progress submitted quotations to obtain client feedback, negotiate and prepare win/loss KPIs and lessons learned
• Maintain regular dialogue with other departments across the business, including projects, commercial and design
• Attend internal handover meetings upon project award

Essential Skills

• Technical understanding of international fire‑protection related standards (LPC / BS EN 12845, BS 9251, BS 5306, BS 9990, FM & NFPA)
• Experience within the special‑hazard market (beneficial but not essential)
• Strong organisational skills with ability to meet deadlines and changing priorities
• Exceptional attention to detail and efficiency
• Proven IT skills with experience of MS Office packages
• Friendly and outgoing personality with a natural ability to engage with customers/clients and represent Argus Fire professionally and positively
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK and overseas
• Strong commercial awareness with demonstrable numerical skills
• Willingness to learn and developFull UK driving licence with less than 6 points
• DBS check required

Benefits

• Company Car
• 25 days holiday
• Life Insurance
• Private Medical Cover
• Company Pension