About the job

Description

Cornerstone Project Source Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a leading architectural glazing and fenestration specialist for a Permanent Estimator in Essex. The role prepares accurate and competitive quotations for subcontract glazing packages and suits an experienced estimator or an ambitious junior candidate looking to build a long-term career in the fenestration industry.

Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £40,000 - £65,000 per annum (DOE)
Employment Type: Permanent
Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday - Friday)
Location: Essex
Type of Work: Estimating and tendering for subcontract glazing packages, including aluminium and steel windows, doors, curtain walling and rooflights, glazed balustrades, internal partitions, wall cladding, mirrors and structural glass

Duties:

• Prepare detailed quotations for a wide range of subcontract glazing packages, including aluminium and steel windows, doors, curtain walling systems and rooflights, internal and external glazed balustrades, internal partitions, wall cladding, mirrors and structural glass
• Interpret architectural drawings, specifications and tender documents, including NBS specifications, to assess project requirements and scope
• Compile pricing from suppliers and subcontractors for materials, labour and associated works
• Liaise with clients, main contractors and internal teams to clarify requirements and ensure accurate proposals
• Evaluate project installation timescales and include appropriate durations and resources in quotations
• Maintain clear and accurate records of estimates, pricing and supporting documents using internal systems
• Work with the sales and project delivery teams to ensure a smooth transition from tender to project delivery
• Contribute to value engineering exercises to provide competitive and cost-effective solutions
• Attend project sites and meetings when required

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience in estimating for subcontract glazing or related construction sectors
• Technical knowledge of a wide range of glazing systems, including aluminium and steel windows, doors, curtain walling systems and rooflights, internal and external glazed balustrades, internal partitions, wall cladding, mirrors and structural glass
• A good depth of knowledge interpreting and understanding project specification documents, including NBS specifications
• Strong understanding of the end-to-end estimating process, from enquiry to submission
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general IT literacy
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Desirable Experience:

• Awareness of installation timescales and sequencing within glazing packages
• Experience using internal quoting or CRM/estimating systems (training provided)
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites on occasion

Package / Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Immediate start with structured training and support
• Opportunity to work on high-value projects up to £1 million
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects in a growing business
• Career development opportunities within a progressive and supportive environment

Working Pattern: Factory based in Essex, with travel to project sites across London, the South East and East as required (mainly in the London area)

If you are interested, please send your CV for consideration.