Estimator

CR Smith; Kelty; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home improvement company in Scotland is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their Commercial department. The role involves amending quotations, maintaining technical changes, and collaboration on IT improvements. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years estimating experience, relevant qualifications, and strong communication skills. Attractive benefits include negotiable salary, training opportunities, and a comprehensive health support system.

Benefits

Salary negotiable depending on experience

First class training and development opportunities

31 days paid holiday

Employer pension contributions

Access to a private GP

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years previous estimating experience.
• Degree, HND, or HNC qualified in a relevant field.
• Customer-facing/sales experience required.

Responsibilities

• Amend quotations and maintain technical changes.
• Implement new product offerings on specification software.
• Collaborate on IT and process improvement projects.

Skills

Estimating experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Strong IT skills

Technical adaptability

Education

Degree, HND or HNC in Surveying/Construction

Job description

Based Cowdenbeath

Our Business:

CR Smith is Scotland s longest running home improvement business, with its roots dating back to 1917. Since then, it has become one of Scotland s most respected companies and well-known brands.

CR Smith Window Systems is a fast-paced, forward thinking manufacturing organisation, producing made-to-order, bespoke window and door products for the Social Housing, New Build & independent joinery sectors.

These sectors present significant opportunity for growth as demand for technically advanced, thermally efficient building products increases.

We are looking for an experienced Estimator to join our rapidly growing Commercial department serving customers across Scotland and Northern England.

Responsibilities:

• Amending quotations
• Being responsible for maintaining and updating technical and pricing changes on specification software.
• Implementing any new product offerings on the specification software.
• Collaboration on IT and process improvements projects.
• Proactive contribution to team meetings and development & growth of internal and external opportunities.

What we offer:

• Salary negotiable dependant on experience
• First class training & opportunities for further development/career progression
• Opportunity to pursue additional formal educational qualifications
• 31 days paid holiday
• Employer pension contributions
• Access to a private GP and other health support systems
• Company discounts

The ideal candidate would have:

• Previous estimating experience minimum 2 years
• Degree, HND or HNC qualified in a Surveying/Construction/Building industry field
• Customer facing/sales experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A technical mind and ability to learn and adapt quickly
• Strong IT skills
• Ability to manage own work load and multi-task in fast-paced environment

This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic individual with a proven track record in estimating to join one of Scotland s leading brands, offering fantastic career opportunities and the autonomy to make a real difference within an organisation already committed to growth, service excellence, uncompromising quality and safety standards.