Estimator

Harmony Fire Ltd.; City of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic safety solutions company in the City of London is seeking an Estimator for their Pre-construction team. The role involves increasing department efficiency, estimating fire protection systems, and supporting the sales team. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a full UK Drivers Licence. This position offers unlimited holiday, a bonus scheme, and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Unlimited holiday provision

Bonus scheme

Team socialising budget

Family friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Excellent communication, calculation, and literacy skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Creatively assess and improve processes for department efficiency.
• Communicate with staff, customers, and public via email and phone.
• Estimate different systems from CAD drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate team and manage individual workloads.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Communication Skills

Calculation Skills

Literacy Skills

Time Management

Job description

Since 2017, Harmony Fire has become the 72nd fastest-growing company in Europe, but we’re aiming even higher.

It is our mission to continue that growth with the knowledge that the more we grow the greater the impact we can have, this means reaching more people, increasing our social impact and providing more progression opportunities for our team.

We are passionate about making a difference and obsessed with quality. Our goal is to build a world where every resident can sleep safely at night, knowing their home is 100% compliant.

By delivering the highest-quality service, continuously championing our values and going above and beyond to succeed, we can achieve our growth mission and make the UK safer, one home at a time.

We do this, through our unique methodology;

Think – Challenging our people to create ideas that provide solutions for a safer, more affective, and risk averse business future.

Protect – Translating research into resilient and practical applications that allow people and businesses to achieve their best in safer, better protected environments.

Sustain – Developing partnerships built on mutual trust and understanding the needs of a client to deliver better value.

Ranked in the top 25 best service companies to work for in the UK, we now have an opportunity for an Estimator working within our Pre-construction team.

Key aspects of the role

• Creatively assess processes and work to increase department efficiency and automation
• Communicate with staff, customers and public via email and telephone
• Gain competence at estimating in all aspects of fire protection
• Estimate different systems from a supplied CAD Drawing, Specification or equivalent
• Assist in compiling tender submissions
• Coordinate team and manage individual workload including management of deadlines and holding colleagues accountable to deliver on agreed work programmes.
• Supporting the sales team to maximise sales efficiency and success
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors gaining competitive pricing
• Developing processes and procedures to improve customer experience
• Travelling to site to carry out surveys

Key Requirements

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook Etc.)
• Good communication, calculation & literacy skills
• Good time management and ability to cope with pressure and manage own workload and work to deadlines.
• Willingness to learn, act with integrity and work as a team player.
• Confidence in making outgoing phone calls to suppliers and clients
• Full UK Drivers Licence

What we look for in our people

Firstly, we embrace the value of Athletes Grit. This means having an unwavering determination and never giving up, even in the face of challenges. We encourage our team members to go the extra mile, constantly pushing themselves beyond their limits to achieve success.

Next, we believe in the value of Captains Duty. Acting like a leader and taking responsibility is crucial to our company culture. We expect all team members to demonstrate a sense of duty, keeping their promises and fulfilling their commitments.

Lastly, we foster a Fun Loving Heart. We aim to create a positive and enjoyable work environment by encouraging genuine care and good company among our employees. This translates to spreading positive energy, supporting one another, and finding joy in the work we do.

By understanding and embodying these values, you will not only contribute to our company's success but also thrive personally and professionally.

Why work for Harmony Fire

At Harmony Fire, we are committed to providing:

• A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career
• The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of
• A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience
• Bespoke Personal Development Plan for every employee
• Ongoing training, coaching and mentoring
• Spacious and modern workspaces with state of the art facilities

Benefits

• Lunch, snacks and refreshments all provided, including fresh fruit and ‘Take Away Friday’
• Unlimited holiday provision
• Bonus, all Harmony Fire employees are included in a bonus scheme with the opportunity to earn up to 50% of annual salary
• Team socialising budget for all employees
• Family friendly policies including enhanced Maternity and Paternity
• Cycle to work scheme
• Reward and Recognition scheme – European mini-breaks on offer
• Two company events each year
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Harmony Fire is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants for employment regardless of age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.

We want everyone who works with us to feel valued and to make a difference.

Are you ready to join us?