Special Projects Estimator

We are looking for a Special Projects Estimator to develop concepts and prepare accurate, commercially sound proposals for complex, bespoke projects. Working within our Specials team, you will support projects across the water industry, building services, construction, fire protection, defence and infrastructure sectors. You will work closely with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing and Operations, with involvement from initial enquiry through to project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Review customer enquiries, specifications and tender documents to understand technical and commercial requirements.
• Develop high-level solutions, including designs and sketches where required, and brief Engineering on drawing requirements.
• Check engineering drawings for accuracy and alignment with customer requirements and costed solutions.
• Liaise with suppliers on pricing and lead times, preparing accurate and detailed project costings.
• Prepare clear, professional proposals that deliver the best technical and commercial solution.
• Maintain accurate project costings and correspondence, meeting agreed quote turnaround and margin targets.
• Work closely with Sales to provide technical and commercial support and manage customer expectations.
• Liaise directly with customers to clarify requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Provide clear project handovers to Engineering and Operations once orders are received.
• Support project delivery, including design reviews and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), where required.
• Deliver excellent customer service while considering the performance of the wider business.
• Improve and standardise estimating processes, developing documentation and checklists to increase efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to use AI and digital tools to improve speed and accuracy.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Operations and Purchasing to improve project workflows.

Knowledge and skills

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Positive attitude and genuine willingness to learn.
• Commercial awareness, including an understanding of pricing, profit margins and their impact on business performance.
• Customer-focused approach, balancing customer needs with commercial requirements.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with confidence working across teams.
• Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience using CRM and ERP systems.
• Mechanical and electrical (M&E) engineering knowledge is desirable.
• Understanding of the water industry, including water company asset standards, is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) compliance is desirable.
• Experience with tendering processes would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of pipework and steelwork manufacture and inspection is advantageous.

Training can be provided in the desirable areas.

We are looking for a Special Projects Estimator to develop concepts and prepare accurate, commercially sound proposals for complex, bespoke projects. Working within our Specials team, you will support projects across the water industry, building services, construction, fire protection, defence and infrastructure sectors. You will work closely with Sales, Engineering, Purchasing and Operations, with involvement from initial enquiry through to project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Review customer enquiries, specifications and tender documents to understand technical and commercial requirements.
• Develop high-level solutions, including designs and sketches where required, and brief Engineering on drawing requirements.
• Check engineering drawings for accuracy and alignment with customer requirements and costed solutions.
• Liaise with suppliers on pricing and lead times, preparing accurate and detailed project costings.
• Prepare clear, professional proposals that deliver the best technical and commercial solution.
• Maintain accurate project costings and correspondence, meeting agreed quote turnaround and margin targets.
• Work closely with Sales to provide technical and commercial support and manage customer expectations.
• Liaise directly with customers to clarify requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Provide clear project handovers to Engineering and Operations once orders are received.
• Support project delivery, including design reviews and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), where required.
• Deliver excellent customer service while considering the performance of the wider business.
• Improve and standardise estimating processes, developing documentation and checklists to increase efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to use AI and digital tools to improve speed and accuracy.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Operations and Purchasing to improve project workflows.

Knowledge and skills

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Positive attitude and genuine willingness to learn.
• Commercial awareness, including an understanding of pricing, profit margins and their impact on business performance.
• Customer-focused approach, balancing customer needs with commercial requirements.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with confidence working across teams.
• Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience using CRM and ERP systems.
• Mechanical and electrical (M&E) engineering knowledge is desirable.
• Understanding of the water industry, including water company asset standards, is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI) compliance is desirable.
• Experience with tendering processes would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of pipework and steelwork manufacture and inspection is advantageous.

Training can be provided in the desirable areas.

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