Senior Estimator

Location: Home-based with travel to sites as required

We are working with a leading organisation in the facilities management and building services sector to recruit an experienced Estimator / Solutions Manager
. This is a key role focused on delivering high‑quality bid and pricing solutions across maintenance contracts, supporting business growth through commercially sound and technically robust proposals.

You will play a central part in the full bid lifecycle, from tender stage through to mobilisation and handover, ensuring accuracy, compliance and competitive positioning.

• Lead the preparation and completion of bid models and pricing for tenders and renewals
• Develop and support compelling win strategies for solution‑based bids
• Provide financial and technical input throughout the bid lifecycle
• Support bid/no‑bid decisions and adjudication processes

• Carry out detailed labour loading aligned to SFG
  20 and client specifications
• Review tender documentation to ensure all deliverables are captured and costed accurately
• Identify innovative commercial solutions and alternative delivery models
• Ensure accurate transfer of pricing into client submission documents
• Clearly define exclusions and assumptions within tender submissions

• Define subcontractor requirements and support procurement with technical input
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure aligned and effective bid delivery
• Build strong working relationships across departments and with external stakeholders

• Maintain and improve bid models, templates and cost data
• Ensure all documentation is compliant, accurate and stored correctly
• Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements
• Participate in tender presentations, client meetings and post‑tender reviews

• Attend site visits for pre‑tender assessments, asset verification and scope validation
• Support mobilisation teams with a smooth transition from bid to delivery

• Strong experience in estimating within facilities management or building services
• Solid understanding of M&E hard services
• Commercial awareness of market rates and pricing structures
• Knowledge of SFG
  20, ACOP L8 and relevant building regulations
• Experience working with CAFM/CRM systems

• High attention to detail with strong analytical capability
• Advanced Excel and estimating software skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, organised and solutions‑focused approach

• Technical qualification in building services or equivalent practical experience

• Home‑based flexibility with site engagement
• Opportunity to work on high‑value, complex bids
• A collaborative environment focused on growth and continuous improvement
• Ongoing professional development and training support