Job Description

Golden Thread Fire Delay is one of the UK's fastest-growing passive fire protection companies. From our office near Brentwood, we provide fire door, fire barrier and structural steel protection services to a wide range of clients including some of the best-known hospitals, universities and construction firms in the country.

As we continue to grow, we have opportunities for people to learn the business and develop along a variety of career paths. We are currently looking for a motivated person with estimating experience to join our Commercial team.

Estimator

Based at our office, this role reports to the Commercial Manager. We are looking for an Estimator to work full-time (between the hours of 8.00 am and 5.00 pm, Monday - Friday).

Responsibilities

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Pricing tenders and direct enquiries for fire door and PFP services (JCT and NEC) including intumescent, spray and board installations and firestopping, in line with client submittal dates. Project elements range up to 1,000,000 in value. Assessing and costing materials and labour requirements to ensure competitive pricing and preparing programmes. Site visits and meetings with clients will be required, at times, to finalise details and requirements. Running survey reports (from software such as Bolster, OneTrace), preparing defect schedules, Bills of Quantities, doing take-offs and marking up drawings, and pricing all formats and elements. Compilation of pricing clarifications and tender breakdowns for discussion and agreement with clients.

Experience

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Previous estimating (ideally 3+ years) or commercial surveying experience, preferably within fire protection, within the construction sector is essential. The preferred candidate will have or be able to attain quickly knowledge on the structural components and characteristics of a building including floor slabs, walls, doors, ceilings, voids and M&E services. Experience using cloud-based software (such as CostX, Bolster etc) is desirable. Experience in passive fire protection would be advantageous, but training and support will be provided. The role requires effective communication, both verbal and written; strong numerical, organizational and time-management skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The preferred candidate will be able to demonstrate proficiency in producing complex reports to a high standard. Level 2 or 3 qualification in passive fire protection is desirable, but the Company will provide relevant training and support.
Golden Thread Fire Delay is an employee-owned trust offering a competitive salary and pension scheme, bonus, and employee-centred benefits. Why not come and join us!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Work Location: In person