Estimating Manager

General Overview David Phiillips FF&E is a specialist contracting business actively engaged in the PBSA, BTR and Later Living markets and has been trading for over 10 years. The core team comprises sales, design, estimating, procurement and project / site management personnel, with installation services provided via a select group of third-party contractors who have worked on behalf of the business for many years www.davidphillips.com The Estimating manager main duties will be to create commercially compliant cost estimates, prepare submission documents, support the preparation of internal and external reporting and maintenance of cost information in estimating database Principal Tasks Attend pre- and post-tender meetings as required Undertake cost estimating activities as part of bid preparation process Coordinate design information / commercial input for bid proposals Support the implementation of the supply partnering strategy Arrange and conduct internal Bid Reviews as / when required Help create and maintain current costing information Prepare materials for internal handover on successful securing of contracts Use and help improve estimating tools / templates / processes / procedures Source reliable, bespoke suppliers for non-standard product costs Act as bid lead for allocated projects Take responsibility for managing client information Take responsibility for chasing for missing information (RFI) Key Metrics Delivery of budgeted pipeline targets Revenue and profit delivery Estimating accuracy (versus contract sum analysis at project start) Compliance with customer requirements Competences Relationship management Organisational skills Presentational skills Appetite to learn Oral and written c ommunication High competence in numeracy Understanding technical specifications and drawings Relevant regulatory knowledge Problem solving and decision making Results focused Flexibility Ownership Innovation Proficient in MS Office Compulsion for closure Qualification & Experience: A) Essential: 2no A Levels at A or B Grades (one preferably Maths related) Exposure to commercial negotiation Customer focused Working in a team environment Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously B) Desirable: Bachelor’s degree in Design / Engineering / QS Knowledge of FF&E Knowledge of construction Previous experience in estimating Ability to travel and visit clients and sites in progress What will you get Employee discounts platform, discounted gym memberships, life assurance policy, health cash plan, 24/7 access to a GP, cycle to work scheme, SMART Pension scheme, employee assistance program, 2 paid volunteer days and of course staff discount on David Phillips Furniture. In addition to the above we offer 33 days annual leave rising with service to 38 days, alongside enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave, paid leave for IVF, Miscarriage and Menopause. David Phillips is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at David Phillips allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies David Phillips does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. we shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.