Technical Estimation Manager

My client are a leading global systems integrator who specialise in Audio Visual and Video Conferencing solutions across the Corporate, Commercial and Residential sectors. They have an active requirement for a Technical Estimation Manager to be a part of their Birmingham team.

Key responsibilities include:

Work closely with the Account Manager to build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted technical advisor.
Develop AV solutions in accordance with the client's agreed AV standards, ensuring consistency across projects and locations.
Design and develop more complex or bespoke AV solutions where project requirements sit outside the agreed standards.
Produce accurate technical and commercial quotations for client projects.
Work closely with the post-sales design team, reviewing system designs, schematics and technical documentation to ensure the delivered solution aligns with the original design intent.
Attend bi-weekly account progress meetings to review ongoing projects, upcoming opportunities, technical requirements and potential risks.
Maintain visibility of the client's upcoming project pipeline and proactively support the Account Manager with technical planning.
Act as a technical point of contact for Project Managers during the installation and delivery phase, providing clarification and assisting with the resolution of technical issues.
Help ensure continuity from the initial client requirement through quotation, design, handover, installation and completion.
Development of staff including internal and external training, developing a skills matrix and future training requirements
Maintain an organised and professional environment where the team are managed to meet and exceed standardsOther Skills:

Excellent organisational skills
Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and helpful approach
Administration skills including typing and reporting using Office applications
The ability to deliver under pressure with minimum supervision
To communicate effectively with people at all levels
A positive and enthusiastic approach to delivering the role
Experience of meeting targets and deadlines and working under pressure
Problem Solving
Able to work well within a team
Ability to manage multiple tasks & progress priorities.
Ability to use SAP