Estimator/Planning Manager

Key Recruitment Ltd.; Greater London; Vor Ort; GBP 77.000 - 94.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

28 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Long service days

Zusammenfassung

Key Recruitment Ltd. in London seeks an Estimator/Planning Manager to lead the Estimating and Planning Department for large-format print, POS and display graphics projects. You will price proposals, coordinate with sales, operations and project teams, and ensure timely, accurate cost estimates.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in estimating within printing/manufacturing, with proven tender success and strong financial acumen. Excellent Excel/Word and clear communication are essential.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years in an Estimating role within printing/manufacturing.
• Experience leading teams and tendering projects up to £5 million.
• Strong financial acumen, cost planning and budget forecasting.
• Proficient in Excel and Word and client communication.

Aufgaben

• Lead the Estimating/Planning Department and develop the team.
• Oversee cost estimates for materials, labour, equipment and timelines.
• Engage with clients to gather requirements and issue quotes.
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure timely, compliant proposal submissions.
• Handover projects to delivery teams smoothly.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Cost estimation

Client engagement

Strategic thinking

Communication

Tools

Excel

Word

Jobbeschreibung

Position: Estimator/Planning Manager – Large Format Print – POS/Signs/Display Graphics

Location: London

Salary: Up to £85k (depending upon experience)

Role Overview:

The Estimating Manager will lead and manage the Estimating / Planning Department, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of cost estimates for large-format print and signage projects. This role involves collaborating with sales, operations, and project management teams to align on pricing, timelines, and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Lead, manage, and develop the Estimating and Sales team
• Cost Estimation: Oversee cost estimates for materials, labour, equipment, and timelines
• Client Engagement: Liaise with clients to gather project requirements and issue quotes
• Supplier Management: Negotiate and communicate with suppliers and subcontractors
• Risk Management: Identify cost or project risks; provide mitigation strategies
• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure professional, timely proposal submission
• Project Handover: Smooth transition of projects to delivery teams

Requirements:

• At least 5 years’ experience working within an Estimating role.
• At least 2 years’ experience within printing/manufacturing field.
• At least 2 years’ experience managing teams.
• Proven track record in tenders for projects up to £5 million.
• High financial and commercial acumen, with a deep understanding of cost planning, profitability margins, and budget forecasting.
• Strong leadership and motivation skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office knowledge, especially Excel and Word.
• Clear and confident communication.
• Strategic thinker with commercial awareness.
• Organised, detailed, calm under pressure.
• Familiarity with drawings/specifications.
• 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays), plus additional days for long service