Fire Systems Estimator | Hybrid & Car Allowance — Growth

Compco Fire Systems; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

Job summary

Compco Fire Systems in the UK (part of APi Group) is seeking an Estimator to join the Sales & Estimating team. You will produce accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for fire protection projects, from small works to national contracts, and work closely with Design, Contracts and Commercial teams.

You'll interpret drawings, prepare cost breakdowns, obtain supplier quotes, build Bills of Materials and pricing databases, and identify commercial risks while supporting tender discussions.

Qualifications

• Experience in an Estimator, Costing, Commercial or similar role.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Excel and IT skills; able to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Review tender enquiries, specifications and project documentation.
• Interpret drawings and technical information.
• Prepare detailed estimates and cost breakdowns.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Build Bills of Materials and labour calculations.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Support client discussions and tender clarifications.
• Work closely with Design and Contracts teams to ensure smooth project transitions.
• Maintain estimating records and pricing databases.

Skills

Estimator/Costing experience

Numerical skills

Excel

Interpret drawings & specs

Communication & stakeholder mgmt

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Compco Fire Systems in the UK (part of APi Group) is seeking an Estimator to join the Sales & Estimating team. You will produce accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for fire protection projects, from small works to national contracts, and work closely with Design, Contracts and Commercial teams.

You'll interpret drawings, prepare cost breakdowns, obtain supplier quotes, build Bills of Materials and pricing databases, and identify commercial risks while supporting tender discussions.