Lightning Protection Estimator: Tender Lead for Projects

Omega Red; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Leave

Pension

Health & Wellness

Cycle to Work

Training & Development

Inclusion Networks

Recognition & Awards

Job summary

Omega Red Group, the UK market leader in earthing, lightning protection and height safety, seeks a Lightning Protection Estimator in Edinburgh. The role focuses on preparing accurate tenders for protection projects and advising on cost-effective solutions.

You will work with clients, site surveys, and delivery teams to translate client specs into competitive bids, ensuring quality and profitability. The position is full-time with a salary of £30,000 - £32,000 per annum, based in Edinburgh, with

Qualifications

• Previous experience within the construction industry, ideally within a specialist contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of tendering processes, bid preparation, and pricing strategies.
• Excellent customer-facing skills with the ability to build credibility and develop long-term client relationships.
• Ability to understand client requirements and develop clear, accurate, and commercially viable tender submissions.
• Strong commercial awareness with an understanding of contractual obligations and project risk.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Highly organised with strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
• Self-motivated, driven, and passionate about supporting business growth and securing new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Achieve monthly sales and tender targets through the preparation of competitive quotations and successful tender submissions.
• Attend client meetings, tender presentations, and construction site visits to understand project requirements and confidently promote Omega Red's lightning protection and earthing solutions.
• Produce accurate designs, estimates, and quotations that meet client specifications, project requirements, and industry standards.
• Ensure all tenders and quotations remain commercially competitive whilst maintaining profitability and quality standards.
• Develop, maintain, and nurture strong client relationships to secure repeat business and identify new opportunities.
• Work closely with the Estimating Lead and Delivery Teams to support business objectives and ensure smooth project handovers.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to support effective pricing and business growth strategies.
• Maintain accurate records of quotations, tenders, client interactions, and sales activity using company systems and CRM platforms.

Skills

Tendering & pricing

Client liaison

Commercial awareness

Communication

Negotiation

Organisation

Business growth

Opportunity identification

Job description

Omega Red Group, the UK market leader in earthing, lightning protection and height safety, seeks a Lightning Protection Estimator in Edinburgh. The role focuses on preparing accurate tenders for protection projects and advising on cost-effective solutions.

You will work with clients, site surveys, and delivery teams to translate client specs into competitive bids, ensuring quality and profitability. The position is full-time with a salary of £30,000 - £32,000 per annum, based in Edinburgh, with