Commercial Manager / Senior Estimator

Our client provides services across London & the Home Counties to the commercial, industrial and public property sectors, including local authorities.

Purpose of Role:

Drive commercial productivity and actively engage the team to enhance the productivity of the commercial division and profitability for the company
Oversee the business development and marketing team, helping to identify market strategy, new leads and opportunities
Co-ordinating of the bid and estimating process, completing tender documentation, managing and mitigating risk through accuracy and competitive tender submissions
Supporting the mobilization process, production of project cost plan for handover to operations team and support through mobilization process
Attend client meetings, discussions and presentations during tender proposals
Contract Management (financial aspects rather than operational) covering, contract variations/negotiations and control of costs

Essential:

Proven experience within the Building Services/FM/M & E industry, in a commercial and estimating capacity
Experience on all aspects of surveying, estimating and commercial issues
Quantity surveying background/qualifications would be advantageous
Management experience, ready to step up into a more senior role
Experience in managing commercial teams
Excellent customer and business communication skills
Strong literacy, numeracy and analytical skills
Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Excel
Prepared to work on projects across London and the Home Counties
UK driving licence