Estimating Manager

Overall Purpose of the Role:

You will report directly to the Head of Design & Estimation. The role is to manage the performance and delivery of all Pre-Contract activities within Aptus across our 4 Regions to ensure a smooth delivery of all Tenders, Outline Designs, priority work whilst collaborating with other departments.

What you will be doing:

• Supporting the business to identify a range of performance requirements and KPIs, together with the provision of periodic reports on individual and team performance
• Manage all outline designs as required based on priorities given from Estimation, allocating where necessary and ensuring targets are met
• Ensure all completed outline designs are “buildable”, meet the highest levels of quality and are delivered within agreed timescales ensuring consistency in presentation and standards
• Training and supporting new or existing team members (including trainees) to ensure they can undertake all estimation functions in line with Company procedures
• Engage with Regional Design Managers to ensure effective collaboration and develop tenders to streamline the delivery process
• Manage and deliver tenders based on priorities given from the business development team
• Engage with clients ensuring adaptability to market requirements

What we ask from you:

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in understanding drawings, plans and specifications
• Management Skills: Experience in team leadership, strategic planning and mentoring team members
• Commercial Acumen: A strong understanding of commercial policies, contracts, and the ability to negotiate effectively
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for presenting estimates and collaborating with various stakeholders
• Industry Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of Multi-Utility residential developments, I&C knowledge
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other team members
• Liaise with clients to understand their needs and ensure satisfaction
• Work closely with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a management or leadership role within an estimating or pre-construction function
• Strong background in the utilities or construction industry.
• Full UK Driving Licence

What we can offer in return:

• Benefits include cashback plans including eye-care, dental & prescriptions, to name just a few….. please click on our benefits brochure to view further details
• Gym, fitness and retail discounts
• Donate a Day – we will gift you an extra day off each year to do something for charity or within the community
• Mentoring and ongoing guidance, not only to settle you into your role, but throughout your career with Aptus
• We promote physical and mental health and provide additional support to our employees via our Employer Assistance Program all year round

Location: Aptus House, Unit 19-20, Barrs Fold Road, Wingates, Industrial Estate, Bolton, BL5 3XP

What’s next?

Please send your CV and contact details to careers@aptusutilities.co.uk

If you are shortlisted for this role, you will be contacted by a member of our People Team or the Hiring Manager, who will usually arrange a short telephone interview before arranging a face-to-face.