Estimator

Location: Otis London, 96 Great Suffolk Street, Southwark, London, SE1 0BE Would you like to join a truly international, talent driven company that values Safety, Ethics, Quality, Innovation and Employee Opportunity? We’re now seeking an Estimator, based in London who’s ready to help us deliver on our commitments today, and leave their fingerprints on the organization for years to come. The successful candidate will be integral in helping the team’s performance through proactive involvement in the estimation /booking function.  You will ensure the timely production of accurate bid proposals and approvals for major projects, by delivering all necessary bid components to agreed targets, deadlines, and customer commitments for desired financial and operational performance. You will: Manage all tenders and budget estimates for major projects Use a variety of quotation sources to generate quotes and estimates for customers Track and follow up on all quotations Build strong customer relationships Gain industry knowledge and a keep up to date on all packages available to ensure accurate quotations. To be successful in this role you will possess: Previous experience in a project/ bid preparation role A background within the Engineering or Construction sector (Elevator/ Escalator industry desirable) A strong understanding architectural/ structural schematic drawings Proven ability working to targets and have a confident, clear telephone manner with a positive “can-do” attitude Good IT skills and be highly organised Problem solving skills, with a solutions orientated mindset and the ability to think outside the box. Bachelors level degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience Depending on levels of skills and experience, you will need to complete training onsite in our London office. What can we offer you? Strong Remuneration Package  A real commitment to career progression with access to funded study schemes such as our industry leading Employee Scholarship Program and Educational Assistance Scheme  A culture which encourages innovative ideas and appreciates our talent is the key to our success  Apply today to join us and build what’s next!  If you live in a city, chances are we will give you a lift or play a role in keeping you moving every day.  Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2.4 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.4 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.   You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 72,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.   When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.   We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.    Today, our focus more than ever is on people. As a global, people-powered company, we put people – passengers, customers, and colleagues – at the center