Estimator

Contract Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a background in joinery, construction, or manufacturing, and will play a critical role in ensuring accurate project pricing and maintaining quality standards. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on diverse bespoke projects in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Estimator role, ideally within joinery, construction, or manufacturing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate and timely cost estimates for projects.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations.
• Working closely with the wider team to support bids and secure contracts.
• Monitoring costs to ensure projects remain within budget.

Skills

Strong understanding of materials

Excellent numerical skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Proactive communication

Job description

Estimator — Glasgow — Full-time

Overview

Are you an experienced Estimator with a background in joinery, construction, or manufacturing? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business that specialises in delivering high-quality bespoke joinery and door solutions to clients across Scotland.

We are looking for someone who can bring strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and commercial awareness to the estimating process. You’ll play a key role in pricing projects accurately, supporting tenders, and ensuring profitability while maintaining the company’s reputation for quality and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate and timely cost estimates for projects.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations.
• Working closely with the wider team to support bids and secure contracts.
• Monitoring costs to ensure projects remain within budget.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in an Estimator role, ideally within joinery, construction, or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of materials, labour costs, and subcontractor processes.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Confident communicator with a proactive approach.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of bespoke projects.
• Supportive team environment with long-term career prospects.

If you’re an ambitious Estimator looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.