Choosing where you work is an important decision. At FORTH®, we want to be open and honest about who we are, how we work and what you can expect if you join us.

 

Our business is built on people who care about safety, quality and doing things the right way. We set high standards, but we also believe strongly in looking after one another, listening, learning and improving together.

 

We look for people who:

 

·       Care about safety, quality and doing things properly

·       Take pride in their work

·       Are open, honest and respectful

·       Want to learn, grow and improve

·       Believe success is a team effort

 

You don’t need to be perfect—but you do need to care.

Reports to: Head of Sales Operations & Estimation 

Direct Reports: None 

Location: Sleepy Hollow Business Park, Ampfield 

Department: Estimation 

Job schedule: Full time, 42.5 hours per week, 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, Permanent 

The Projects Estimator is responsible for producing accurate, commercially viable project quotations that support sustainable business growth. The role ensures clients receive compliant competitive and technically robust solutions while contributing to FORTH®’s commitment to quality, innovation and continuous improvement. 

Deliver accurate and competitive project quotations for HVAC and Gas projects ranging from £20k to £150k, with occasional projects exceeding £500k.

Interpret technical specifications, drawings and client requirements to develop compliant project solutions.

Make commercially sound decisions regarding pricing, margins and project profitability.

Develop and present professional bid submissions, including quotations, programmes and technical information.

Build effective working relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive and compliant pricing.

Conduct site surveys and recommend practical, value-engineered and sustainable solutions for clients.

Collaborate closely with project delivery teams to ensure smooth project handover and commercial alignment.

Support continuous improvement within estimating processes, systems and ways of working.

Ensure all bids are reviewed and approved through the FORTH® Gate Process before submission. 

Represent the business professionally in client meetings and project discussions.

Proven experience producing HVAC/Gas project quotations ranging from £20k–£150k, with larger value projects advantageous.

Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and pre-designed schemes.

Strong commercial awareness including markup, margin management and profitability considerations.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Smartsheet and CRM systems (HubSpot advantageous).

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Strong attention to detail and organisational capability.

 

Our purpose is simple but powerful: driving positive change to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come. This means pushing boundaries, embracing new ideas, and constantly improving in everything we do. Our forward-thinking philosophy is brought to life through six key commitments:

For—the People: Give our people the best experience from start, during and beyond

For—the Protection: Create an environment that continually improves physical and psychological safety

For—the Premium: Provide a service that exceeds expectations For—the Precision: Deliver certainty through consistent and repeatable quality processes

For—the Planet: Reduce our carbon footprint in all that we do

For—the Profit: Deliver fair profits to ensure business stability and enable reinvestment

Generous Annual Leave – Enjoy 25 days of holiday per year, plus all UK bank holidays

Comprehensive Private Medical Insurance – Provided by Bupa, ensuring peace of mind for you and your family

YuLife Wellness App – Access to wellbeing resources, rewards, and challenges to support a healthy lifestyle

Specsavers Eyecare Scheme – Regular eye tests and support for optical needs

Audible Subscription – Receive a monthly credit to support your personal and professional development

We’re committed to diversity and inclusion.
We welcome applications from everyone with the right skills and experience and ensure equal opportunities for all, regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status.

 Please note:
This job description serves as a guide to the role and its responsibilities. Duties may evolve over time to meet the changing needs of the business and help you grow with us.