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The Estimating Manager supports the divisional performance to continuously enhance our offerings to clients and improve our price position to increase business activity. They support the department head in planning estimation activities and prioritising enquiries in line with strategic value. Their role involves overseeing the day-to-day management and planning of estimation resources and processes to respond to received enquiries with the aim of continuous improvement in the strike ratio. Key responsibilities include client communication, as well as internal communication with other relevant functional areas to collaborate and coordinate information effectively.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Managing all estimation-related processes.
• Interpreting and reviewing tender documents, drawings, technical and commercial specifications, quantities, and estimates.
• Reviewing and preparing bills of quantities when necessary.
• Reviewing and scrutinising contract documents.
• Managing and supervising the estimating team, as well as planning and programming workload, including post-tender project requirements such as handovers, awards, and commercial support when needed.
• Supporting cost control initiatives.
• Maintaining the supplier database and consistently seeking new companies to pre-qualify for inclusion on the suppliers list.
• Developing bid cost estimates within specified deadlines for submission and managing the bid calendar to ensure the company meets its commitments.
• Preparing and reviewing material take-offs to enable the purchasing department to obtain supplier pricing.
• Coordinating with the setting-out and production departments to ensure the successful execution of projects.
• Managing and reviewing the performance of the estimating team.
• Establishing and periodically reviewing the company's estimating policies and procedures.
• Managing the retention of important bid documents and technical specifications according to the company’s policies and procedures, as established by the controller.
• Working closely with management to prioritise and periodically review the bid calendar to ensure the company meets its obligations for timely bid submissions.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of ten to fifteen years’ experience in the same field, working for large-scale joinery manufacturing companies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of estimation for high-quality joinery products, along with a strong awareness of commercial and contractual issues to protect the company’s interests.
• Proven track record as a successful leader at a senior management level in the joinery manufacturing industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multinational market environment.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to balance achieving objectives and targets while maintaining adherence to processes.
• Good situational awareness of the industry and familiarity with interior materials and their applications.
• Proficiency in web-based communication tools such as MS Office, MS Teams, and MS 365 applications.
• Fluent English communication skills; additional languages would be an advantage.
• Excellent time management and organisational track record.
• Self-motivated and possessing natural leadership qualities.