Acorn Engineering Limited
Senior Estimator
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Senior Estimator (Hard FM & M&E)
Slough
Summary
Are you an experienced estimator ready to take ownership of high-value, complex projects and play a pivotal role in business growth?
We are looking for a Senior Estimator to lead the production of accurate, competitive, and strategic cost estimates across new bids, renewals, and re-tenders.
This is an opportunity to step into a senior, influential position where your commercial insight and leadership will directly shape winning propositions and long-term client relationships.
We specialise in Hard FM and Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) maintenance, with this role focused on supporting the delivery and commercial understanding of technically complex hard services solutions.
The Role
As Senior Estimator, you will take the lead on developing pricing strategies, managing tender processes, and ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and compliance. You will work closely with Sales, Operations, and Commercial teams to deliver compelling, commercially sound proposals that align with wider business objectives.
Package & Benefits
- Location: Slough with travel to client sites
- Salary: Based on experience
- Hours: 37.5 hours a week
Company Benefits
- Pension scheme
- Wellbeing Benefits – 24 hours turnaround GP appointment for the whole family
- 25 days holiday - plus bank holidays
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Salary sacrifice scheme
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Key Responsibilities
Estimating & Pricing
- Develop pricing aligned with client requirements, task schedules, and SLAs
- Review and approve estimates prepared by junior team members
- Provide input into pricing strategies, risk assessments, and value engineering
- Manage internal sign-off processes for all estimates
- Support estimating and costing of Hard FM / M&E services
Tendering & Proposals
- Review and assess tender documentation, specifications, and commercial requirements
- Contribute to tender and bid support for facilities management contracts
- Conduct site surveys to ensure accurate costings
- Support bid/no-bid decisions through risk and cost analysis
- Produce high-quality tender submissions and proposal documents
- Participate in client meetings, presentations, and tender interviews
- Ensure smooth handover of contracts to Operations teams
Stakeholder & Supplier Engagement
- Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
- Source competitive and compliant supplier/subcontractor quotes
- Support contract negotiations and commercial discussions
General Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Sales, Business Development, and Operations teams
- Maintain accurate CRM records and forecasting data
- Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards
- Deliver exceptional customer service at all times
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About You
We’re looking for a driven and detail-oriented professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering high-quality commercial solutions.
Essential Experience & Skills
- 5+ years experience in estimating, including complex or large-scale projects
- A technical or M&E background is preferable
- Strong knowledge of estimating methodologies, pricing strategies, and tender processes
- Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and compliance
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proven experience leading and developing teams
- Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and estimating software
Desirable
- Experience within the FM or commercial sectors
- Experience within technical services or hard services FM environments
- Knowledge of asset lifecycle management, compliance frameworks, and SLAs
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability.
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