TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting‑edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics.
Role Purpose
Control Estimation at TAIT is a lively, fast-paced, and sometimes challenging position. In addition to developing estimates for potential work, the historical data and general knowledge the role provides is used throughout the organization to make impactful decisions, often with limited time. As a TAIT Estimator you are a key part of a support structure that is heavily relied upon and trusted by many.
The Ideal Candidate Will Be Or Is
- Emotionally intelligent, able to share ideas and risks with team members from various disciplines.
- Inquisitive, always looking to improve their work, grow and share knowledge.
- A reliable team player who understands the value of close relationships in a work environment.
- Ready to support project teams and initiatives.
- Able to stay focused and pay attention to detail.
- Able to work in a constantly shifting and busy environment.
- Willing to work outside of standard business hours to achieve deadlines as needed.
Responsibilities & Expectations
- Lead the preparation of realistic estimates to support the development and management of projects.
- Ability to sensibly produce estimates with appropriate fidelity depending on the requirement and the time available (Nuclear, ROM, Preliminary Estimate, and Quote Estimate).
- Work closely with Project Management, Design, Finance, Procurement and Production Control on estimates, production estimates (PE), etc.
- Build a database of past project costs and forecasting tools to inform future bids.
- Maintain a strong partnership with all Electrical and Control functions (Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, and Integration) during the estimating process to ensure accurate estimates and alignment with field teams.
- Navigate ERP software to pull various data for estimation comparisons and TAIT personnel.
- Collaborate with Fabrication teams to monitor progress and examine habits/patterns of various elements during production.
- Adaptability and flexibility collating and presenting data dependent on bid requirements.
- Utilize common terminology to help project managers and stakeholders understand the quality and reliability of cost estimates.
- Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required.
- Perform assigned duties according to the policies and expectations prescribed by the company.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or experience in Industrial Controls, Electrical Fabrication or Automation Controls Architecture.
- General knowledge of Electrical Theory and ability to read Electrical schematics.
- Familiarity with safety PLC (Programmable Logic Controller).
- Ability to visually scale and communicate ideas via drawing and sketches.
- Strong proficiency with numbers and mathematics.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite of products (Excel, Power BI, Word, and PowerPoint).
TAIT Benefits
- Competitive pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Life assurance (4x salary).
- Medicash health cashback plan (covering dental, optical, and more).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 support.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Income protection / critical illness cover.
- Optional private medical insurance (role/level dependent).
- Paid annual leave starting at 22 days, increasing with service.
- UK bank holidays.
TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.
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