Lead pricing activity for SBFM’s bidding function to ensure creative, competitive, and innovative bids are delivered to existing and future clients
Caveat all bidding assumptions within the cost model
Review customer documents to understand tender requirements, return documents, evaluation methods and develop commercial/pricing strategy and plan in conjunction with the sales lead
Analyse cost models and commercial solution, pre submission, to support in the delivery of optimum solutions
Supporting the sales to operations hand over process with re-pricing final contract pricing for successful tenders
Supporting in the remodelling of current client pricing solutions to help drive efficiency and cost saving for our customers
Create P&L forecast for each bidding opportunity
Ensure commercial submissions are compliant with client instructions, all services are included in the final price and are produced to the correct standard using internal or client templates
Lead commercial and estimating best practices and continually improve the company approach
Assist the Business Development team by attending client presentations and meetings when appropriate
Develop market leading pricing and FM delivery solutions for bidding opportunities
Present cost models developed with the sales and operations leads to the Board for sign off
Adhere to internal governance processes
Support robust supply chain pricing activity by providing required inputs and analysis
Support competitor analysis and benchmarking activity to ensure the business is competitive
Produce cost models and commercial bid responses to required standard
Work with SMEs/bid team to gather cost inputs
Review cost models which have been produced by the Business Development team to ensure they are correctly completed and support the input of the commercial solution into customer submission templates
Requirements
excel
vba
cost modelling
estimator
commercial
facilities management
Excellent attention to detail
Commercial acumen and strong cost modelling skills
2-3 years' experience as an Estimator or Cost Modeller, with a proven track record within facilities management services, ideally Soft FM desirable
Able to manage numerous Contracts / Projects
Highly skilled in Excel functionality and VBA
Able to work to tight and strict deadlines
Ability to work openly and collaboratively at all levels
Analytical skills to aid in the review of data
Ability to challenge positively and debate confidently.
Have a strong understanding of all commercial risks and opportunities and able to evaluate and advise on potential issues and cost mitigation strategies
Excellent understanding of commercial tendering process and procedures
Benefits
Newly refurbished office with free onsite parking
Contributory pension scheme
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Access to ongoing learning and development
Regular company events
Clear career progression pathway
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
2013
Year Established
Founded with a bold vision to disrupt traditional FM through technology and agility.
Rapid ascent made it one of the UK and Ireland’s fastest‑growing soft FM providers.
Delivers tailored services—from cleaning, security, catering, pest control to waste & grounds maintenance—across high-stakes sectors.
Built a proprietary tech suite that brings real‑time insight, transparency and productivity to clients.
Serves tier‑one brands in retail, logistics, hospitality, manufacturing, education and corporate spaces.
Hails from Leeds with an owner-operated mindset, punching above its weight in scope and innovation.
Awarded Living Wage Recognised Service Provider accreditation, reflecting standout operational and social impact initiatives.
Culture + Values
98% Retention
Employee Retention Success
The company achieves high staff retention through investments in training, audits, and proactive management presence, as evidenced by its 98% retention rate in manufacturing clients.
Performance‑driven: use of performance management toolkit, electronic auditing, client dashboards ensuring transparency and accountability
Safety‑focused: prioritises on‑site safety and compliance with GMP, BRC, health and safety regulations
Innovation‑led: embraces intelligent technology and data insights to shape FM solutions and drive operational excellence
Environment + Sustainability
2040 Carbon Net Zero
Net Zero Target
Achieving carbon net zero by 2040.
775,580 kg CO₂e
Total Carbon Emissions
Total carbon emissions measured in 2023.
94% Outperform
DitchCarbon Score
DitchCarbon score of 38, outperforming 94% of business-services peers.
775,580 Scope 3
Scope 3 Emissions
Majority of carbon emissions attributed to Scope 3 impacts.
Champion 'greener and cleaner' strategy: chemical-free cleaning, elimination of single-use plastics, reduced greenhouse emissions
Emissions measured across company vehicles, energy, water, waste, transport, supply chain
Fleet optimisation: fuel-efficient vehicles, EVs, route planning via tracking devices
Energy & water reduction via 'A-rated' methods and equipment
Environmental impact assessments at contract start, aligned to client ESG objectives
Carbon offsetting offered to neutralise Scope 3 impacts
Inclusion & Diversity
2,000+ Individuals
People Impacted
The Evolve initiative supported individuals from underrepresented and marginalized groups.
£2.8m Social Value
Economic Impact
Generated social value through the Evolve initiative, contributing to a wider £7.6m impact.
40+ Partners
Collaborations
Worked with 40+ partner organizations to advance inclusion and diversity efforts.
£11,000 Raised
Fundraising Success
Funds raised in 2024 for the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation.
Winner of Social Impact in Sustainability Award for Evolve
Employee chatbot for real-time translations; seven affinity EDI networks