Senior Estimator

The Role At Checkmate Fire Solutions, we're continuing to grow and are looking for a commercially driven Estimator to join our team in Harlow, Essex. You will play a key role in securing and delivering profitable work across our expanding business. This is an opportunity to bring your estimating expertise into a specialist environment where quality, technical knowledge and commercial performance really matter.

• Preparing detailed and accurate estimates for passive fire protection projects
• Leading pricing for tenders and large-scale bids
• Working closely with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and operational teams
• Developing competitive pricing strategies, rate schedules and cost models
• Attending site visits, surveys and pre-contract meetings
• Supporting the successful handover of projects from estimating through to delivery
• Identifying opportunities to improve our estimating and commercial processes

• Strong experience in construction estimating and project costing
• Excellent commercial awareness and numerical/analytical skills
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Experience with in passive fire protection, fire stopping or fire doors would be highly advantageous
• A good understanding of construction standards and compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Someone who is commercially minded, proactive and enjoys working as part of a growing team

• A competitive remuneration package tailored to your role
• 25 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays + Christmas Shutdown Birthday off (after successful 6-month probationary period)
• Access to continuous learning opportunities & development through our Award-winning Training Academy
• Recognition programs to celebrate contributions and milestones