Steelwork Estimator

Lionweld Kennedy Flooring Ltd; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Share options scheme

Employee Assistance Programme: Lifewor

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Lionweld Kennedy Flooring Ltd in the UK is seeking an experienced Estimator to compile comprehensive project bids for the Projects division, including estimating steelwork, metalwork, GRP, standard products and installation. You will review drawings, pricing structures and client requirements, coordinating with internal teams to deliver accurate bids.

The role requires a time-served apprenticeship with machine tool experience in mechanical/electrical environments, plus at least five years

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of steel fabrication processes.
• Proficiency in estimating and pricing of steelwork, metalwork and GRP.
• Strong analytical and mathematical abilities.
• Minimum 5 years’ tendering experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound sales inquiries and tenders, submitting bids promptly.
• Review project specifications and drawings to prepare comprehensive bids.
• Estimate and take-off client drawings for pricing of steel, metalwork, GRP and installation.
• Ensure credit checks and orders are acknowledged per procedures.
• Negotiate final price and terms with clients during bidding.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Negotiation

Microsoft Excel

Project pricing

Education

Time served Apprenticeship

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

Part of Hill and Smith Holdings Plc, based in Middlesbrough, Lionweld Kennedy are the recognised UK’s leading supplier of Safe, Sustainable Access solutions inSteelorGRP. We have a strong heritage of supporting multiple vertical sectors with products adaptable to the latest built environments and have a modern approach backed by 100 years of experience.

Why work for us:

We are in a strong position and have the investment and appetite for growth. As part of a FTSE 250 Plc with companies based worldwide. We are part of a strong and dynamic team delivering sustainable and innovative products and services.

The Person:

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills
• Well organised and punctual
• A ‘can-do’ attitude and a keenness for professional self-development
• A thirst to take on growing responsibilities and projects.

Position Description:

To compile comprehensive project bids for the Lionweld Kennedy Projects division for submission to prospective clients, including estimating & pricing of steelwork, metalwork, GRP, Lionweld Kennedy standard products and Installation.

Responsibilities:

• Manage in-bound Sales enquiries and tenders, submitting bids to clients in a timely manner.
• Review of project specifications and drawings to provide comprehensive projects bids that align with client’s requirements & expectations. Meetings, Teams Calls or Site visits may be required to fully understand the client’s requirements.
• Estimating and detailed take-offs of client’s drawings to allow pricing of the project, including but not limited to steelwork, metalwork, GRP, Lionweld Kennedy standard products and Installation.
• Ensure all credit checks are in place and orders acknowledged as per Lionweld Kennedy Groups procedures.
• Review of client’s drawings and details for opportunity to increase Lionweld Kennedy Groups offering when bidding a project.
• Establish working relationships with prospective clients to offer client’s technical solutions and negotiation of final price and scheme when bidding a project.
• Submit a monthly report of live projects being priced for internal management & outbound chasing of quotes completed awaiting to be appointed.
• Ensure that all the commercial T&Cs are agreed and negotiated in line with the businesses level of authority. (With the assistance of the commercial team)

Qualifications and Experience:

• In-depth understanding of steel fabrication processes and materials. Strong analytical and mathematical abilities.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel. Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy in cost estimation.
• Proven track record as an Estimator in the steel fabrication industry, ideally with exposure to flooring systems, access platforms, or industrial walkways
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the tendering process.
• A strong technical and estimating background to allow interpreting of specifications, technical drawings and clients requirements to produce project bids and secure orders for the supply, manufacture and installation of steel & metalwork products.
• Must be fully conversant in the knowledge and preparation of estimating practices and standards.

Position: Full Time with an immediate start

Hours of work: Mon- Thursday 9:00am – 5:00pm, Friday 8:00am – 2.00pm

Qualifications: Have completed a time served Apprenticeship with machine tool experience in a mechanical and/or electrical environment

Holidays: Full time – 25 days per year (Holiday year Jan – Dec) + 8 Bank holidays, Pro rata for part time.

Life Insurance: 3 times basic salary whilst in employment

Pension Scheme: Automatic enrolment if meet criteria, 5% Employee, 3% Employer. After 1 year in April – Age related up to max 6.5%

Hill and Smith Share options scheme: When available and if applicable.

Employee Assistance Programme: Free to employees (Lifeworks)

Free on-site parking.

Close proximity to Town Centre, bus & train stations

We welcome applicants from all sectors of the community, and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

All applicants will be asked to prove that they have the right to work in the UK.