Estimator

Passive Fire Protection Specialists Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Passive Fire Protection Specialists Ltd in Glasgow seeks a full-time Estimator to price passive fire protection, drylining and partitioning works from drawings and specs. You will review tender documents, perform quantity take-offs, source supplier pricing, and develop competitive bids that protect margins.

You will work closely with project managers and technical staff to clarify scope, assess risks, and drive value engineering while maintaining accurate tender records and pricing databases for

Qualifications

• Experience with construction or fire protection estimation.
• Ability to read technical drawings and specs.
• Tender and pricing experience.
• Awareness of building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents and perform quantity take-offs.
• Liaise with suppliers for pricing and lead bid development.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical staff to clarify scope and risks.
• Maintain tender records and pricing databases for continuous improvement.

Skills

Estimating

Technical drawings

Software tools

Communication

Time management

Fire protection knowledge

Construction estimating

Qualifications beneficial

Safety compliance

Education

Construction/Engineering qualification

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Word

Job description

Company Description

Passive Fire Protection Specialists Ltd delivers a comprehensive range of passive fire protection services to help safeguard buildings and infrastructure. The company’s expertise covers thin film intumescent coatings, board encasement, sprayed cementitious products, soffit insulation, fire stopping, fire doors, and compartmentation works. Working across diverse projects, the team focuses on quality installation and compliance with relevant fire safety standards and regulations. Applicants can expect to join a specialist contractor committed to technical excellence, safety, and reliable service delivery in the fire protection sector.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Estimator role based in Glasgow. The Estimator will prepare detailed cost estimates for passive fire protection, drylining and partitioning works, including coatings, encasements, fire stopping, and related services, using drawings, specifications, and site information. Day-to-day responsibilities include reviewing tender documents, performing quantity take-offs, liaising with suppliers for pricing, and developing competitive bids and proposals. The role also involves working closely with project managers and technical staff to clarify scope, assess risks and value engineering options, and ensure estimates align with industry standards and company margins. The Estimator will maintain up-to-date records of tenders, track project outcomes, and contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes and pricing databases.

Qualifications

• Strong estimating and cost analysis skills, including quantity take-offs, pricing, and tender preparation for construction or fire protection projects.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and building regulations related to passive fire protection and drylining
• Competence with relevant software tools such as estimating software, spreadsheets, and general office applications (e.g., Excel, Word).
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with project teams, suppliers, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Solid organisational and time management abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy under tender deadlines.
• Knowledge of passive fire protection systems and materials (e.g., intumescent coatings, fire stopping, fire doors) or willingness to develop this expertise.
• Experience in construction estimating, quantity surveying, or a related discipline; previous experience in fire protection is an advantage.
• Relevant vocational or academic qualification in construction, engineering, quantity surveying, or a similar field is beneficial.
• Commitment to safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous professional development within the fire protection industry.