Structural Steel Sales / Estimating Manager

We are seeking an experienced Structural Steel Sales / Estimating Manager to lead, develop, and manage a high-performing estimating and sales team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving tender opportunities into secured project revenue, maintaining competitive pricing while achieving agreed margins. Start: ASAP Location: West Yorkshire (ideally based in or around the Home Counties) Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexi time Bonus: Eligible to join the profit-related bonus scheme Holidays: 33 days per year including bank holidays (13 fixed dates covering bank holidays and Christmas shutdown) Pension: Contributory pension scheme - Employee contribution 3%, Company contribution 5% Other Benefits: Access to various employee discounts through a dedicated Benefits Portal Key Responsibilities: Lead and develop the Estimating and Sales team to ensure departmental KPIs and business targets are met. Manage and oversee all incoming enquiries, ensuring accurate and timely cost estimates are produced. Liaise and negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to secure competitive prices. Personally handle and convert a minimum of three enquiries per week, while supporting team members in achieving their own targets. Collaborate with clients, engineers, architects, and internal departments to ensure project success. Prepare and maintain reports on enquiry status and project pipeline for senior management. Attend client meetings, pre-tender interviews, and post-tender presentations. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and consultants. Review team performance regularly, providing guidance and feedback to drive improvement. Requirements: Minimum of 10 years' experience within structural steel construction, ideally across rail, bridge, commercial, nuclear, residential, and infrastructure sectors. Must have experience working with a UK-based structural steel fabricator. Strong understanding of structural and civil engineering principles. Degree or HNC in Building Studies, Civil Engineering, or a related field (Chartered status with MCIOB or RICS advantageous). Proven ability to price projects ranging from 50-3,000 tonnes. Proficient in interpreting drawings, specifications, and Tekla models for constructability. Capable of budgeting and cost planning using both experience and analytical methods. Demonstrated experience in client liaison, tendering, and commercial management. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of economic construction techniques. Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project. Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently. Please note: Candidates from warehouse building, balcony, or wrought iron fabrication backgrounds will not be considered. Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV.

Location: West Yorkshire,, GB

Posted Date: 10/27/2025