Job title: Estimator
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: BUILDING ENVELOPE
Salary: negotiable
Location: Basildon, Essex
Job ID: 49644
Contact name: Dawn Weller
Phone number: +441865591281
Contact email: dawn.weller@porterhouserecruitment.co.uk

Job Description

 

 

 

Estimator

Location: Basildon, Essex

Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday

 

Hybrid Working: Available

 

About the Role

 

Our client is looking for an experienced Estimator to join their growing commercial team based in Basildon.

This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator with experience in aluminium glazing, windows, doors and

curtain walling to become part of a successful and expanding business delivering both commercial and

residential projects.

Working closely with Sales, Technical, Design and Production, you will be responsible for preparing

accurate quotations, reviewing technical specifications and supporting customers throughout the

estimating process. The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining high quotation

accuracy, delivering excellent customer service and maximising commercial opportunities.

 

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Quotations

• Prepare accurate quotations for aluminium window, door and curtain walling systems.

• Interpret architectural drawings, schedules and specifications.

• Produce costings using LogiKal and other estimating software.

• Ensure quotations are commercially competitive whilst protecting company margins.

• Respond to customer enquiries and technical questions.

Technical Support

• Review project specifications and identify suitable system solutions.

• Liaise with Design, Production and Sales teams to ensure technical accuracy.

• Identify potential design or manufacturing issues before order.

• Support customers with technical product information where required.

Customer Service

• Build strong relationships with customers and internal departments.

• Provide professional communication throughout the quotation process.

• Maintain excellent response times and customer satisfaction.

Continuous Improvement

• Assist in improving estimating processes and quotation accuracy.

• Support implementation of best practice across the estimating function.

• Maintain accurate project and quotation records.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous estimating experience within aluminium glazing, windows, doors, curtain walling or

façade systems.

• Strong commercial awareness.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Good organisational and workload management skills.

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Strong communication and customer service skills.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

 

Software Experience

Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:

• LogiKal (preferred)

• SchüCal

• ReynaPro

Essential Requirements

• Experience estimating aluminium glazing systems.

• Ability to read technical drawings.

• Good Microsoft Office skills.

• Strong numerical and analytical ability.

• Excellent communication skills.

What's on Offer

• Monday to Friday working.

• Hybrid working available following successful probation.

• Opportunity to join a successful and growing business.

• Supportive team environment.

• Ongoing training and development.

• Competitive salary based on experience.

 

Success Measures

• Accurate quotations delivered on time.

• Strong quotation conversion rates.

• High levels of customer satisfaction.

• Effective communication with customers and colleagues.

• Continuous improvement of estimating processes.

• Positive contribution to commercial performance.