AK Fire Protection Ltd
Estimator
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Company Description
AK Fire Protection Ltd is a specialist provider of passive fire protection services across the UK, helping clients safeguard people, property, and critical infrastructure. The company focuses on high-quality installation and maintenance of fire-resistant materials and systems designed to slow or stop the spread of fire. Working with a range of commercial, industrial, and public sector clients, AK Fire Protection Ltd supports compliance with relevant fire safety regulations and standards. Team members collaborate on projects that directly contribute to safer buildings and environments, offering opportunities to build expertise in a vital safety-focused industry.
Role Description
The Estimator role at AK Fire Protection Ltd is a full-time, on-site position based in Rotherham with the opportunity to work remotely occasionally. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
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- Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documents to prepare accurate cost estimates for passive fire protection works.
- Quantifying materials and labor.
- Requesting and analyzing supplier quotes.
- Preparing clear proposals and bid documents.
- Coordinating with project managers, site teams, and the commercial department to ensure estimates reflect project requirements, methodologies, and schedules.
- Updating and maintaining costing data.
- Supporting value engineering.
- Contributing to continuous improvement in estimating processes.
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Qualifications
- Experience in construction or fire protection estimating, including reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail in measurements, take-offs, and cost breakdowns.
- Proficiency with estimating or spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel) and general IT skills for document preparation and data management.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with internal teams, suppliers, and clients in a professional manner.
- Organisational and time-management abilities to handle multiple tenders, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Knowledge of construction practices, building regulations, or fire protection standards is highly beneficial.
- Relevant vocational training or a qualification in construction, quantity surveying, or a related discipline is an advantage.
- Willingness to learn, adapt to company procedures, and develop expertise in passive fire protection systems.
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