This is a key role supporting the growth of the business through winning profitable work and ensuring robust tender submissions.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare detailed cost estimates for aluminium and glass façade systems
* Review architectural drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
* Carry out accurate material take-offs and quantify façade components
* Obtain, assess, and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations
* Produce competitive tender submissions within deadlines
* Identify value engineering opportunities to improve project margins
* Liaise with design, procurement, and project delivery teams
* Support technical queries during tender and pre-contract stages
* Maintain awareness of market pricing, systems, and industry trends
* Assist with handover to project management upon successful bids
Requirements
* Proven experience as an Estimator within façades, glazing, or curtain walling
* Strong understanding of aluminium systems and glass façade construction
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
* Excellent numerical, analytical, and commercial skills
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel (estimating software experience advantageous)
* Strong communication and negotiation skills
* Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Desirable Experience
* Experience with leading façade systems (e.g., Schüco, Reynaers, Kawneer)
* Background working for a specialist subcontractor or façade contractor
* Knowledge of BIM / 3D coordination processes
Benefits
* Salary £36,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)
* Opportunity to grow within an expanding specialist contractor
* Training and development opportunities
* Pension scheme
* Holiday allowance plus bank holidays
For more information or to apply, please contact Dana at Chase Taylor, quoting reference MM6610
Salary description
£35000.00 - £40000.00 per year