Overview
Our client is a SME now growing and looking for an accomplished Estimator with extensive experience in aluminium, uPVC, timber, and composite window and door systems including aluminium glazing systems, curtain walling, windows, and doors.
Responsible for producing concise and competitive quotations, this candidate manages the full tender process through to successful contract award. Recognised for strong communication, organisation, and leadership, they ensure tenders are accurately costed, delivered on time, and consistently followed up to secure new business.
Highly skilled across both residential new-build and commercial façade sectors, with in-depth knowledge of estimating, procurement, value engineering, and compliance with Part L and current building regulations.
Known for their professionalism, technical understanding, and commercial awareness, they must maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Extensive experience in estimating, supply, and installation of uPVC, aluminium, timber, and composite window and door systems

• Proven background in pricing and managing full plot packs for new-build housing and low-rise apartment schemes

• Skilled in the manufacture, supply, and specification of recycled PVC-U cavity closers for residential construction

• Competent in designing and pricing roof lanterns, skylights, and roof glazing elements

• Strong understanding of cavity closure systems for both masonry and timber-frame applications

• Expertise in the fabrication and installation of high-performance, thermally efficient fenestration systems

• Experienced in coordinating with national housebuilders, developers, and principal contractors

• Proficient in reading, interpreting, and pricing from architectural and structural drawings

• Advanced user of estimating and technical pricing software packages

• Adept at preparing detailed and accurate quotations for both standard and bespoke projects

• Confident in managing the end-to-end estimating process, from tender receipt to order conversion

• Skilled in reviewing tender enquiries for suitability, technical accuracy, and commercial viability

• Strong negotiation skills, ensuring competitive terms and profitable outcomes

• Experienced in managing estimating pipelines to maintain consistent workflow and enquiry levels

• Proven track record of securing new business and maintaining strong client relationships

• Capable of setting up and maintaining cost schedules across multiple projects and product lines

• Thorough knowledge of Part L building regulations and current energy efficiency standards

• Effective at value engineering to achieve design intent within project budget

• Skilled in supplier liaison for procurement of uPVC, aluminium, timber, and composite materials

• Experience in overseeing estimating teams, delegating workloads, and ensuring quality control

• Strong understanding of thermal performance, U-values, and compliance requirements

• Skilled in take-offs, material schedules, and cost analysis for fenestration products

• Ability to assess project risks and identify cost-saving opportunities at tender stage

• Well-versed in managing projects for national housebuilders and regional developers

• Experience in both supply-only and supply-and-install contract formats

• Comprehensive understanding of installation logistics and sequencing on new-build plots

Must Be / Have

• Confident communicator with clients, design teams, and supply chain partners

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent tenders while meeting strict deadlines

• Strong commercial acumen and awareness of market pricing trends in fenestration

• Experienced in technical submissions, specification compliance, and pre-start documentation

• Familiar with Constructionline, CHAS, and FENSA compliance processes

• Demonstrated success in mentoring junior estimators and supporting team development

• Highly organised with a methodical approach to document control and estimate tracking

• Reputation for delivering accurate, timely, and competitive quotations that convert to repeat business

Job Title: Window, Door & Curtain Wall Designer

Location: Dudley, West Midlands - Office-based (due to close collaboration with the factory)

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Aluminium Window, Door & Curtain Wall Designer to join our team.

This is a hands-on technical role working closely with our factory and subcontract design partner to

deliver high-quality façade solutions from design stage through to fabrication and production.

You will play a key role in turning concept and tender information into fully detailed construction and

fabrication drawings, ensuring accuracy and buildability throughout the process.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside our subcontract designer to develop drawings to construction-issue standard

• Produce detailed fabrication drawings for aluminium windows, doors and curtain wall systems

• Collaborate on system design, technical detailing, interfaces and setting out

• Liaise daily with the factory team to ensure smooth manufacturing and resolve technical queries

• Order project-specific materials (glass, panels, hardware, accessories etc.)

• Review drawings and specifications, ensuring compliance with system and project requirements

• Support installation planning and resolve site-based technical queries if required

Requirements

• Proven technical experience in the aluminium fenestration sector (windows, doors & curtain

walling)

• Strong understanding of system profiles, manufacturing processes and installation methods

• Ability to produce accurate fabrication drawings and technical details

• Proficiency in industry CAD/design software (e.g., AutoCAD, LogiKal or similar)

• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills

• Effective communication and teamwork abilities

• Ability to work full-time from our office to remain closely involved with the factory production

process

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging projects

• Stable, supportive working environment

• Professional growth and development within a specialist business

Job Title: Installations Manager

Location: Covering Welling Garden City, Wellingborough & Greenwich

Hours: Monday – Friday | 8:00am – 3:30pm (approx.) Full-time | Field-based

Company Van Provided (Caddy-size)

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and organised Installations Manager to oversee refurbishment

installation projects across multiple sites, including Welling Garden City, Wellingborough and

Greenwich.

You will manage and support 4–5 two-man installation teams, ensuring work is delivered efficiently,

safely, and to a high standard. The role involves visiting sites, planning installation schedules, liaising

with clients and internal teams, and ensuring smooth delivery of all projects.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being on site, problem-solving, and managing people and

performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of 4–5 two-man installation teams

• Manage refurbishment installation schedules and site visits

• Ensure high-quality installation standards are maintained

• Liaise with customers, site contacts and internal departments

• Monitor progress and resolve on-site issues promptly

• Conduct quality checks and ensure health & safety compliance

• Plan workloads, materials, and access requirements

• Provide support, guidance and leadership to installation teams

What We’re Looking For

• Experience managing installation or fitting teams (refurbishment or construction preferred)

• Strong site-coordination and scheduling skills

• Good communication and problem-solving abilities

• Calm, organised and proactive approach

• Ability to manage multiple sites and teams

• Full UK driving licence (van provided)

What’s on Offer

• Caddy-style company van

• Monday–Friday hours (approx. 8am – 3:30pm)

• Stable role managing established fitting teams

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday

• Approx. 8:00am – 3:30pm

Job Title: Installations Coordinator / Tenant Liaison Manager

Location: South Benfleet, Essex

Hours: Full-time | 8:00am – 5:00pm

Office-based with occasional site visits

About the Role

We are seeking a professional and organised Installations Coordinator to support our installation team

working on social housing contracts across the South East.

This role is ideal for someone calm under pressure, and confident communicating with residents,

installation teams, and site management. You will be the central point of contact ensuring installation

appointments are scheduled, queries are answered, and communication runs smoothly between all parties.

You will work closely with tenants, fitters, and contract managers to ensure works are completed

efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with social housing tenants to book installation appointments

• Coordinate daily schedules and updates for fitters via SharePoint

• Communicate with contract managers regarding access, updates, and issues

• Handle inbound calls from tenants regarding appointments and installation queries

• Attend sites when needed to resolve access or communication problems

• Maintain accurate appointment tracking and progress updates

• Ensure all stakeholders are kept informed of appointment times and changes

• Provide a calm, supportive and professional service at all times

What We’re Looking For

• Strong customer communication skills — professional, calm and empathetic

• Excellent organisational and IT skills (SharePoint experience a plus)

• Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks confidently

• Experience in social housing, installations, fenestration, or construction preferred

• Understanding of Kömmerling or similar glazing systems beneficial (training available)

• UK driving licence (for occasional site visits)

Hours & Terms

• Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

• Occasional site travel required

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on meaningful social housing projects

• Supportive team environment with development potential

• Varied role with a mix of office work and external liaison

• Work with a reputable manufacturer & installer

Job Title: General Assistant – High-End Fenestration Projects

Location: Draycott

Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm - Full-time | On-site

About the Company

We are a specialist supplier of high-end, architecturally led glazing solutions for homeowners and

contractors working on premium residential projects.

Our team is small but we are part of a larger, well-established construction group of over 80 staff,

including joinery, plumbing and electrical divisions. This gives you the stability and support of a larger

business while working in a close-knit, specialist environment.

We have just moved into brand-new premises with a showroom and spacious parking.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated General Assistant to work directly alongside the Company Director, acting as

his right-hand person. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their career who wants to gain

broad experience, develop new skills and grow with the company.

This role will be varied and hands-on. You’ll support office operations, learn the estimating and ordering

process, liaise with the workshop, and meet customers at our showroom and on site.

You will be trained across the business and given responsibility as you progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with administration, document control and CRM updates

• Support with quoting and estimating (using Windowmaker software — training provided)

• Help with ordering materials, managing suppliers & logistics

• Liaise with the workshop and installation team

• Attend client appointments and showroom meetings

• Provide excellent customer service to a high-end, niche client base

• Support the Director in day-to-day operations, learning all aspects of the business

Ideal profile:

• Experience in UPVC or aluminium windows/doors

• Familiarity with fenestration software (bonus)

• Strong communication & organisational skills

• Personable, friendly, professional presence

• Hands-on attitude with willingness to get involved across the business

• Confident liaising with high-value clients

• Full UK driving licence (to attend customer visits)

Please note:

We are not seeking candidates from the steel window sector — we want someone we can cross-train

from UPVC/Aluminium backgrounds.

Job Title: Home Improvements – Head of Contract Centres (Windows & Doors)

Location: Ipswich

Salary: Basic salary plus performance-based bonus

Benefits: Company car or car allowance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), pension scheme

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Head of contract centres to lead our busy customer contact and lead

management operation within the home improvement sector. You will oversee both in-house and remote teams,

ensuring all leads are efficiently managed, appointments are maximised, and performance targets are consistently

achieved.

This is a hands-on leadership role that requires strong people management skills, commercial awareness, and the

ability to drive productivity and quality across all communication channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate a team of both remote and in-house call centre staff.

• Oversee the full lead management and sales pipeline — from initial enquiry through to appointment

booking and follow-up.

• Ensure leads are handled efficiently and converted into qualified appointments.

• Produce weekly performance reports for each marketing channel, analysing conversion rates and

identifying improvement areas.

• Recruit, train, and develop call centre and lead generation staff to maintain a high-performing team.

• Work closely with marketing and sales teams to align lead flow with business targets.

• Maintain high standards of customer service and professionalism across all interactions.

About You

• Proven leadership experience within a call centre or lead generation environment, ideally in windows,

doors, or home improvements.

• Experience managing teams in both showroom and remote settings.

• Strong background in appointment booking, telesales, and pipeline management.

• Excellent communication, coaching, and organisational skills.

• Data-driven, with the ability to interpret reports and improve performance metrics.

• Proactive and target-driven with a focus on quality and results.

Package & Benefits

• Basic salary plus performance-based bonus

• Car or car allowance

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

• Company pension scheme

• Opportunity to grow and shape a high-performing team within a respected home improvement business

Job Title: Window & Door Surveyor / Project Manager Location: Field Based (Factory – Slough | Head Office – Hampton) Employment Type: Full Time | Permanent

About the Role

We are a leading manufacturer and installer of premium, British-made windows and doors, designed to combine modern aesthetics with outstanding performance. With extensive experience in the glazing industry, we take pride in delivering exceptional products and customer service — from initial consultation through to final installation.

We are now seeking an experienced Window & Door Surveyor / Project Manager to join our team. This field- based role involves managing projects end-to-end, ensuring precision, quality, and a seamless customer experience throughout every stage of the process.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed site surveys for windows, doors, and glazing systems, ensuring all dimensions and specifications are accurate.

• Liaise with customers to confirm design details, configurations, and installation requirements. • Manage projects from survey through to completion — overseeing timelines, budgets, and quality

control. • Coordinate with the factory (based in Slough) and installation teams to ensure smooth scheduling and

production. • Identify and resolve technical or on-site challenges efficiently. • Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure compliance with all relevant standards and building

regulations. • Deliver a professional, customer-focused experience throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Window & Door Surveyor, Project Manager, or similar role within the glazing or fenestration industry.

• Strong knowledge of aluminium, uPVC, and composite window and door systems. • Excellent technical understanding of measuring, drawings, and installation processes. • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail. • Confident communicator with excellent problem-solving and organisational skills. • Full UK driving licence (field-based role).

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Job Description: Estimator – Commercial Reports to: Estimating Manager/Commercial Manager Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire

Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Estimator with a strong background in aluminium glazing systems within new-build residential and commercial markets looking after all aspects of the estimating process for commercial glazing projects, ensuring timely, accurate, and competitive submissions. The successful candidate will collaborate with the commercial team, clients, and supply chain to price projects and contribute to securing contracts that align with company goals.

Key Responsibilities: • Tender Management: o Review tender documents, specifications, and drawings to understand project requirements. o Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for glazing and façade projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations. • Pricing and Submissions: o Price projects and prepare and review estimations o Develop pricing documents, cost breakdowns, and technical submissions to support bids. o Work with software tools such as Logikal and others • Value Engineering: o Identify opportunities for cost savings and provide value engineering options to clients without compromising project integrity or safety. • Collaboration and Communication: o Liaise with architects, contractors, and suppliers to gather necessary information and ensure smooth bid preparation. o Maintain open communication with clients during post-tender phases, providing updates and feedback to secure projects. • Team Leadership: o Assist junior estimators with quantity take-offs, measures, and technical guidance. o Review and refine team submissions to ensure consistency and quality. • Project Support: o Support the project start-up phase by assisting with requisitions, supplier negotiations, and order planning as needed. o Maintain detailed records of sales activity, providing progress updates to senior management. Key Skills & Qualifications: • Industry Knowledge: o Proficient in aluminium and upvc glazing systems. • Technical Expertise: o Advanced proficiency in estimating software. • Analytical Skills: o Ability to interpret complex architectural and technical drawings. o Proficient in creating financial models and cost analyses. • Communication and Leadership: o Excellent interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build strong client and supply chain relationships. o Capable of managing and mentoring team members while meeting deadlines under pressure.

Job Description: Surveyor Location: Margate, Kent

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Surveyor to join our skilled team. You will play a key role in ensuring that all installations meet the highest standards by carrying out accurate site surveys, providing technical expertise, and supporting the smooth delivery of projects from design through to installation. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical knowledge of double glazing, windows, doors, and conservatories, and who takes pride in delivering precision and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys for windows, doors and conservatories. • Take precise measurements and record all technical details required for manufacture and

installation. • Identify and resolve potential technical issues before works commence. • Provide clear, accurate drawings and information to the design, production, and installation

teams. • Liaise with customers in a professional and friendly manner, ensuring they understand the

installation process. • Ensure compliance with building regulations, FENSA standards, and company quality

requirements. • Support the installation teams with technical queries. • Maintain accurate records and submit survey reports in a timely manner.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in surveying within the double glazing or construction industry is essential. • Excellent technical knowledge of windows, doors and conservatories. • Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision. • Good communication and customer service skills. • Proficiency in using surveying tools and software. • Knowledge of building regulations and health & safety requirements. • Full UK driving licence.

Job Title: Order Processor Location: Chigwell, Essex

About Us We are a leading manufacturer, supplier, and installer of high-performance aluminium windows, doors, and glazed extensions. We combine craftsmanship with advanced technology to deliver durable, stylish, and high-quality home improvement solutions for both residential and commercial projects.

The Role We are seeking a detail-oriented Order Processor to join our busy operations team. You will manage aluminium product orders from receipt to delivery, ensuring accuracy, timely processing, and smooth communication with customers, sales teams, and suppliers. This is an ideal role for someone with experience in aluminium products and a strong eye for detail in a fast-paced environment. Experience with LogiKal software is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Process incoming orders for aluminium windows, doors, bifolds, and glazed extensions accurately and efficiently.

• Use LogiKal software to process, price, and manage aluminium product orders. • Liaise with customers, sales teams, and site surveyors to confirm aluminium order details and

delivery requirements. • Coordinate with manufacturing and installation teams to ensure smooth workflow and timely

completion. • Monitor stock levels and raise purchase orders when necessary. • Track aluminium orders and provide updates to customers and internal teams. • Resolve order-related issues promptly, including discrepancies, delays, or special requests. • Maintain accurate records in the order management system. • Support aftercare processes for aluminium products, including warranty or service requests.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as an order processor or sales administrator in aluminium windows, doors, or glazed extensions preferred.

• Proficiency with LogiKal software is essential. • Knowledge of aluminium product ranges, including windows, doors, and bifolds. • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in processing orders. • Strong organisational and time management skills. • Good written and verbal communication skills. • IT proficient, comfortable with order management and CRM systems. • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.