MJM Marine,is seeking to recruit a Managing Estimator who will manage all aspects of price build-up on projects and will manage the employees of the Company's estimating department. The location is office based in Newry, Co. Down with occasional travel to sites and other group offices commensurate with the requirements of the role. We are looking for a dynamic and strategic leader to optimise the departments functionality and inspire high-performing teams in a fast-paced, expanding company. The duties include: Estimating Prepares tender returns and estimates Oversees the preparation of tender returns by other members of the department Undertakes take off and measurements Undertakes subcontractor and supplier pricing analysis Prepares tender packages for suppliers and subcontractors Undertakes on-site surveys and prepares scopes of work Undertakes benchmarking Business Systems Inputs data into company systems (e.g. Conquest, CRM, People HR) Maintains and updates conquest library information Prepares reports for the company as required utilising existing business systems as required Undertakes subcontractor analysis Workload Management Organises diary commitments and ensures tenders are returned ahead of schedule Oversees the allocation of work to estimators based on skill set Liaises with the Pre-Construction Director to understand upcoming tenders and business priorities Margin Improvement Understandings the turnover and margin requirements of the business Presents opportunities and risk registers as part of the tender settlement process Liaises with subcontractors and suppliers to maximise instances of tender success Analyses company data to recommend areas for efficiency improvement Development, Recruitment and Retention Maintains own Personal Development Plan and professional membership requirements Targets work opportunities or activities that can develop individuals based on skills gap Provides mentoring to less experienced members of the team Actively supports the development of others through shared knowledge Manages people aspects for direct and indirect reports within the team (e.g. PDRs, skills gap analysis etc) The following skills/ qualifications are essential: Ability to use Conquest estimating software At least 5 years experience in a fit-out, marine or construction sector with line Manager experience and significant experience in take-off, cost planning, subcontractor and supplier procurement and risk identification. Ability to manage multiple tenders at any one time Microsoft Office 365 ability to use Word, PowerPoint, Excel A full driving licence and access to a vehicle The ability to communicate professionally and coherently The ability to understand, speak and write fluent English The ability work as part of a team It would be desirable but not essential if the candidate had professional membership of a recognised industry body (e.g. RICS, CIOB, ICES, ICE) Other Information: Applicants will be expected to provide written evidence of their right to work in the UK MJM Marine is the recipient of a Gold Investors in People award and a Bronze Diversity Mark. Our culture ensures a working environment that enables personal growth and development. To apply, please copy and paste the following link into your browser: For further information contact Louise McCooey on or telephone MJM Marine is an Equal Opportunities Employer Benefits: WFH Policy Enhanced Maternity Enhanced Paternity Life-Assurance Policy Company Events Cash-Back Health Insurance Plan