Global Estimating Manager

Company: SFR Recruitment Solutions
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Location: Dartford
Job Description:

Global Estimating Manager

International / Leadership Opportunity

Overview

SFR Recruitment Solutions are working on an exclusive retained search for a Global Estimating Manager to lead and develop a high-performing international estimating function within a growing, specialist manufacturing organisation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Team Development:
    • Lead, mentor and develop a global estimating team
    • Drive performance, accountability and continuous improvement
  • Strategy & Process Improvement:
    • Develop and implement a global estimating strategy aligned with growth plans
    • Standardise systems, processes and best practice (including Driveworks)
  • Estimating & Quotation Management:
    • Oversee the creation of accurate, high-quality quotations
    • Ensure all quotes align with client specifications and are efficiently managed through revisions
    • Implement robust quality control processes
  • Tender Management:
    • Take ownership of global tender submissions
    • Ensure accurate, timely and commercially competitive responses
  • Technical & Commercial Support:
    • Act as a central technical support function for the wider sales team
    • Provide guidance on product selection, compatibility and alternative solutions
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration:
    • Work closely with Engineering, Product Development, Operations and Installation teams
    • Ensure alignment between technical design, compliance standards and production capability
  • Additional Responsibilities:
    • Maintain accurate records of estimating activity and pipeline opportunities
    • Support global alignment of standards, documentation and training
    • Attend internal meetings and reporting forums as required

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong background in estimating within construction, manufacturing or building products
  • Proven experience managing teams, ideally across multiple regions
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
  • Experience with configuration / quoting tools (e.g. Driveworks) and CRM systems
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail
  • Commercially aware with the ability to balance accuracy and efficiency

Why Apply

  • Key leadership role within a growing international business
  • Opportunity to shape global processes and strategy
  • Collaborative, values-driven environment focused on quality and innovation

For a confidential discussion, please contact SFR Recruitment Solutions.

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Posted: June 12th, 2026