Estimator

Estimator – Interior Doors (Doorsets & Architectural Joinery)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits Package
Overview
Chase Taylor Recruitment are working in partnership with a leading manufacturer and supplier within the interior doors, doorsets, and architectural joinery sector to recruit an experienced Estimator.
This is a highly technical and commercially focused role responsible for producing accurate, detailed, and competitive cost estimates for interior door packages across residential, commercial, and large-scale construction projects.
The successful candidate will play a key role in tendering, pricing strategy, and commercial support, ensuring that all bids are accurate, competitive, and aligned with manufacturing capability, specification requirements, and project timelines.
You will be working closely with design, production, sales, and project management teams to ensure seamless transition from enquiry through to order and manufacture.
The Role
As an Estimator within the interior doors sector, you will be responsible for reviewing tender documentation, technical drawings, and specifications to prepare detailed costings for doorsets, internal doors, fire doors, acoustic doors, and associated ironmongery packages.
You will be expected to interpret architectural drawings and schedules, assess material and labour requirements, and build accurate cost models that reflect both commercial and manufacturing considerations.
This role requires a strong understanding of the doorset manufacturing process, including materials, hardware configurations, fire ratings, acoustic performance, and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare detailed cost estimates for interior doors, doorsets, and architectural joinery packages
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Review tender enquiries, drawings, specifications, and schedules to fully understand project requirements
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Interpret architectural plans, door schedules, and technical documentation
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Calculate material, labour, and production costs for bespoke and standard door systems
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Work closely with sales teams to develop pricing strategies and secure project wins
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Identify value engineering opportunities to improve margins and competitiveness
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Collaborate with design and production teams to ensure manufacturability of quoted solutions
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Maintain and update estimating databases, pricing models, and cost libraries
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Support post-tender clarifications and client queries
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Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards including fire safety and acoustic regulations
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Attend internal handover meetings once orders are secured
Candidate Requirements
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Previous experience as an Estimator, Senior Estimator, or Cost Estimator within the doors, joinery, or fenestration industry
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Strong knowledge of interior doors, doorsets, and architectural joinery products
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Experience working with fire doors, acoustic doors, and commercial door systems
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Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, door schedules, and technical specifications
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Understanding of manufacturing processes within joinery or doorset production
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Strong numerical, analytical, and commercial awareness skills
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Experience liaising with suppliers and subcontractors for pricing and lead times
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Proficiency in estimating software, Excel, or industry-specific systems
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Excellent attention to detail and accuracy under tight deadlines
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Strong communication and negotiation skills
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a commercial team
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary package
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Pension scheme
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Career progression within a growing and established business
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Exposure to high-profile commercial and residential projects
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Supportive and technically driven working environment
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Opportunity to work with a specialist manufacturer in the interior doors sector
If you are an experienced Estimator within the doors, joinery, or architectural interiors industry and are looking for your next challenge, we would be keen to hear from you