Estimating Manager

Estimating Manager at NSS Testing
Part of the NSS Group
At NSS Testing, we specialise in the testing, installation, and maintenance of fall protection and access systems. We deliver a full range of electrical and mechanical project work for commercial clients and property managers across the UK.
Our capabilities include comprehensive design, manufacturing, and installation services for both internal and external access systems. We also conduct a wide range of inspections and testing services to ensure buildings remain compliant with current legislation.
Job Overview:
As the Design & Estimating Manager, you will play a key role in leading our design and estimating functions, ensuring that clients receive safe, compliant, and cost-effective solutions for accessing and maintaining their buildings.
You’ll manage multiple projects from concept to quotation, oversee the performance of the design and survey teams, and work collaboratively with operations, contracts, and sales teams to drive continual improvement.
Your job will include:
- Lead and support the design and estimating team to deliver high-quality, compliant solutions.
- Produce accurate CAD designs and detailed quotations for multiple projects nationwide.
- Build trusted relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing the best solutions.
- Collaborate across divisions to drive performance, consistency, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee multiple projects at once, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Develop and empower your team, promoting growth, accountability, and pride in their work.
- Contribute to the growth of the Testing Division through strong client relationships and new opportunities.
What NSS will give to you:
- Free onsite parking
- Car allowance
- Free refreshments with a friendly and sociable office environment
- An opportunity to progress and develop within the company
- 25 days annual holiday + bank holidays
- Monthly Reward and Recognition Scheme where our top performers are rewarded with vouchers for many retailers
- Trade Point Card which will enable you to get 10% off at any B&Q
- Day off for your birthday after length of service
- Eye care vouchers
- Referral bonus scheme
- Medicash health cash plan with discount on dental, health screening, gym discount, store discounts, specialist consultations and much more
Experience / Personal Attributes Required:
- Proven experience in design, estimating, or project management within a technical or construction environment.
- Strong CAD skills and a keen eye for detail.
- The ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.
- A customer-first mindset with a commitment to delivering safe, practical solutions.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- A proactive, positive approach — even when things get challenging.
About NSS
We’re a UK nationwide specialist services provider, offering a unique package of self-delivered services anywhere in the UK.
We deliver a one-stop solution for planned and rapid response reactive services and we’re specialists at working at height.
From building maintenance to window and technical cleaning, access equipment and electrical testing - our dependable, in-house team works around the clock and across the nation, setting new standards for safety, speed and consistency. We call it reliably consistent expertise.
Everything we do at NSS is underpinned by our vision and values. We are proud to be Platinum accredited by Investors in People.
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- Department
- Testing
- Locations
- Manchester
Manchester
Why choose NSS
NSS is a leading niche specialist service provider in maintenance, cleaning and testing, offering support for buildings of all shapes and sizes.
We pride ourselves on being fast, safe and reliable and our customers know that when our engineers arrive to tackle a problem, they are in safe hands.
All our specialists are full-time, directly employed and receive ongoing training to make sure they stay fully certified and ready to tackle any challenge they face on site. When you work with NSS, you join a team of passionate experts who are committed to supporting each other and setting new standards for our work.
About Nationwide Specialist Services
Clean, well-maintained and fully functioning buildings are vital to keeping our customers moving. Businesses need to create positive, lasting impressions and we work with their reputations in mind. That’s why we act fast, solving most problems on the first visit, and why we invest in training and support to keep our teams at the forefront of new techniques. Our mission is to grow to be able to provide meaningful employment to 1000 people.
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