Pre-Construction Estimating Lead — Doorsets & VE

DATIM; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DATIM Ltd is a UK-based manufacturer of architectural internal Doorsets and Ironmongery. The Pre-Construction Manager sits between the KAM and Sales Executive in a three-person team, owning estimating leadership, bid coordination and VE, ensuring compliant, technically sound submissions.

You will develop a structured Path to Order for opportunities, analyse client requirements, budgets and timelines, and coordinate with procurement to secure profitable orders while protecting margins.

Qualifications

• Proven estimating experience within Doorsets, Ironmongery or construction.
• Strong understanding of architectural drawings and specifications.
• Demonstrated value engineering capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support structured Needs Analysis meetings with the client.
• Document project scope, technical requirements, door schedules and compliance obligations.
• Coordinate bid submissions with the KAM and Sales Executive to ensure timely, compliant proposals.
• Develop technical and commercial strategies and a clear Path to Order for live bids.
• Coordinate with procurement and production to align pricing, materials and schedules.

Skills

Estimating leadership

Bid coordination

Needs analysis

Value engineering

Technical compliance

Commercial strategy

Tools

BIM knowledge

CAD drawings

Job description

DATIM Ltd is a UK-based manufacturer of architectural internal Doorsets and Ironmongery. The Pre-Construction Manager sits between the KAM and Sales Executive in a three-person team, owning estimating leadership, bid coordination and VE, ensuring compliant, technically sound submissions.

You will develop a structured Path to Order for opportunities, analyse client requirements, budgets and timelines, and coordinate with procurement to secure profitable orders while protecting margins.