At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop the Estimating & Planning team while producing accurate project estimates.
- Company: Leading POS manufacturer in London with a focus on innovation and growth.
- Benefits: Significant opportunities for advancement and influence major project outcomes.
- Other info: Ideal for confident leaders who thrive under pressure and excel in communication.
- Why this job: Shape future growth and work alongside experienced industry professionals.
- Qualifications: Degree or equivalent experience, 5 years in estimating, and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
We are supporting a leading POS manufacturer based in London in identifying an experienced Print Estimating Manager to lead and develop the Estimating & Planning team while overseeing the preparation of accurate, commercially sound estimates for projects ranging from bespoke installations to high-value contracts. Working closely with Sales, Operations, and Project Management teams, you’ll ensure pricing strategies, timelines, and project requirements are aligned to support business growth and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Estimating & Planning team, driving performance and continuous improvement.
- Produce and oversee accurate cost estimates covering materials, labour, equipment, production methods, and project timelines.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support pricing strategies and successful project delivery.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors, negotiating costs and securing best-value solutions.
- Identify commercial risks within estimates and tenders, implementing mitigation strategies where required.
- Ensure all proposals and tender submissions are professional, accurate, compliant, and submitted within deadlines.
- Support smooth project handovers from estimating through to delivery and execution teams.
What We’re Looking For
We’re interested in candidates who combine technical estimating expertise with strong leadership capability. You’ll ideally have:
- Degree qualification (2:1 or above) or equivalent industry experience.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in estimating, ideally within manufacturing, print, POS, signage, or related sectors.
- At least 2 years’ experience leading or managing teams.
- Proven experience preparing tenders and estimates for projects valued up to £5 million.
- Strong understanding of technical drawings, specifications, and costing processes.
- Advanced IT skills including Excel and Word.
- Experience with AutoCAD (advantageous).
- Professional chartership or industry accreditation (desirable).
About You
You’ll thrive in this role if you are:
- A confident and motivating leader.
- Commercially aware with strong strategic thinking skills.
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
- Calm under pressure and comfortable managing competing priorities.
- An excellent communicator able to build relationships across teams and suppliers.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a key function within the business, influence major project outcomes, and help shape future growth while working alongside experienced industry professionals. Also, the role offers significant opportunities for advancement.
Head of Estimating - Print in City of London employer: THE RECRUITMENT ORCHARD
Join a leading POS manufacturer in London, where you will not only lead and develop a dynamic Estimating & Planning team but also play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the business. With a strong focus on employee growth, our collaborative work culture encourages innovation and excellence, providing you with significant opportunities for advancement while working alongside experienced professionals in a vibrant city known for its creativity and industry leadership.
