Estimator

Chubb; Chalfont St. Peter; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Company pension scheme (5% matched)

Life assurance (4 x basic salary)

Employee scholarship scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Same day Online GP

Discount platform

Job summary

Frontline Security Solutions is seeking an Estimator to join our team. Based near Chalfont St Peter with open to remote arrangements for the right candidate, you’ll lead tender preparation and costings to win projects.

You’ll liaise with manufacturers, suppliers and clients to ensure accurate pricing aligned with client needs and deadlines. Join a growing Estimating team within a global security solutions provider, offering competitive salary, pension, life cover and a broad benefits platform to

Qualifications

• Proficient in Excel with good to intermediate skills.
• Confident in using Microsoft Office packages.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Capable of working under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular contact with manufacturers, suppliers, contractors and clients to price projects accurately.
• Prepare estimates and response documents for opportunities.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations and stakeholders to meet customer requirements.
• Understand costings for quotations and verify part numbers and quantities.
• Complete technical compliance statements.
• Assess drawings, plans and technical specifications.
• Request quotations and project support from suppliers/manufacturers.
• Follow up on bids to understand status.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Represent Frontline at client or contractor meetings as needed.

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Working under pressure

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Projects

Job description

We're looking to add a Estimator to our team here at Frontline Security Solutions. Whilst our offices are based out of Chalfont St Peter, we can be open to remote working for the right candidate. Our Estimating team is growing, and we're looking for someone who wants to play a key role in winning new work. In this role, you'll be at the heart of preparing tender proposals, turning survey information and bid requirements into accurate, well-presented costings that help secure projects for the business. You'll work to clear deadlines, making sure every tender is on time, on budget, and fully aligned with what the client needs.

About Us, Our Culture & What We Can Offer You At Frontline Security Solutions, you will join a leading Enterprise Security Integrator operating in 67 countries. We have been protecting communities and assets for over 25 years. As part of the APi Group, we have an exciting future ahead filled with lots of opportunities for you to grow and develop. Together with your help and desire, we can grow together and make the world a safer place.

What We Can Offer You

• SALARY : Competitive salary - DoE 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Employee Referral Scheme (£1000)
• Company Pension Scheme (5% matched)
• Life Assurance (4 x Basic Salary)
• Employee Scholarship Scheme
• A Central Benefits Platform offering a wide variety discounts
• Same day Online GP Cycle to work scheme
• Free mortgage advice
• Health & Wellbeing Resources

What You'll be Doing as an Estimator

• You'll be in constant contact with manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, and clients, building relationships and gathering the information you need to price each project confidently.
• This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with facts and figures, and seeing their input directly influence the success of the company.
• Preparing estimates and response documents for all opportunities
• Collaborate closely with the Sales, Operations and Key Stakeholders to meet customer requirements
• Understand the costings for quotations, verifying part numbers and quantities
• Complete technical compliance statements
• Assess drawings, plans and technical specifications
• Reach out to suppliers and manufacturers for quotations and project support
• Follow up on submitted bids to understand their status
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting multiple deadlines
• Represent Frontline at client or contractor meetings as needed

What We Would Like You To Bring

Essential:

• Proficient in Excel with good to intermediate skills
• Confident in using Microsoft Office packages
• Strong organizational skills
• Capable of working under pressure and managing multiple overlapping quick deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable:

• Experience in network or security systems
• Previous Estimating experience
• AutoCAD
• MS Projects

Chubb Fire and Security is an equal opportunities employer. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) ensures all employees and applicants feel valued, respected, and supported. At Chubb , individuality is celebrated, and our strength lies in the diversity of our team. By fostering an equitable environment, we empower individuals to contribute their unique perspectives, driving innovation and excellence at every level.

Additional Information About Us, Our Culture & What We Can Offer You At Frontline Security Solutions, you will join a leading Enterprise Security Integrator operating in 67 countries. We have been protecting communities and assets for over 25 years. As part of the Chubb family, we have an exciting future ahead filled with lots of opportunities for you to grow and develop. Together with your help and desire, we can grow together and make the world a safer place.