Design Estimator

10 hours ago


London UK, UK, United Kingdom Sensetech Systems Ltd Full time

Design Estimator required for a busy Fire & Security company to plan, implement and deliver tenders. Duties to include:


  • Review all Tender Documents for potential risk and exposure and provide key information across the contract team.
  • Create and produce detailed technical drawings and schematics
  • Review and modify existing drawings to meet project requirements and ensure adherence to UK building standards and regulations.
  • Review tender specifications, programmes and pricing schedules for quotation purposes and ensure compliance.
  • File all tender information in correct folder locations, e.g., specification, programme, and drawings.
  • Identifying value engineering solutions to create a commercial advantage over competitors.
  • Liaise with suppliers for costs of equipment and parts, ensuring compliance with the tender documents.
  • Preparing RFIs detailing tender qualifications and particulars.
  • To work with and maintain the existing company estimating department procedures.
  • Preparation of all documents to meet the company standards to include design sign off.
  • Submitting tenders for a review to the Head of Estimating, including the project handover signed document. Information to be submitted with ample time to meet customers deadlines.
  • After tender submission, ensure all tenders are chased and your manager is kept informed of the bid prospects.
  • Maintain the Quote Bank.
  • Supervise, mentor, and encourage other team members. Treating them in a professional manner.
  • All your office and site activities will be client facing and as a result you are our representative to the client. At all times you will be expected to maintain a professional appearance and manner, be punctual, helpful, and courteous to clients and colleagues.
  • Attend all weekly Estimating Meetings.



Candidate requirements:

  • Good written & communication skills
  • A minimum of 5 GCSE grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), ideally in Math's and Science
  • A solid working knowledge of Microsoft packages; Outlook, Excel and Word
  • A proven track record of carrying out a similar role – 1-2 years estimating experience.



Sensetech Systems design and install Fire Alarm & Security systems, while also providing maintenance services. Located close to Borough Station and a short distance from London Bridge, we are based in a strategic business area within the city of London with added benefits of excellent transport links and a thriving social scene. We are a welcoming company valuing teamwork, which is reflected in our consistent workmanship and disciplined commitment towards quality and client peace of mind.


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