Estimator

NE&C Windows & Doors; Washington, North East; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Job summary

NE&C Windows and Doors in Washington, Tyne and Wear, invites an experienced Estimator to join a growing manufacturing team. You will support bespoke commercial projects, review plans and take-offs, and prepare accurate tenders and quotations for contractors and organisations.

The role focuses on aluminium, windows and curtain wall systems manufactured in our modern factory. You will liaise with clients and suppliers, use Logikal and Excel pricing schedules, and help secure orders through

Qualifications

• Previous estimating experience.
• Ability to review building plans and specifications and complete accurate take-offs.
• Ability to prepare tenders, quotations, variations and costings across multiple projects.
• Confident client and supplier communication skills.
• Sales experience across phone, email and web-based portals.
• Ability to use IT systems, including Logikal and Excel pricing schedules.
• Strong organisation skills with the ability to work to quotas and deadlines.
• Negotiation and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Review Plans and Specifications: Assess building plans, specifications and tender information.
• Measure and Quantify Take-Offs: Complete accurate measurements and take-offs across multiple projects.
• Prepare Tenders and Quotations: Compile quotes, tenders, variations and supporting submission documents.
• Produce Accurate Costings: Complete timely project costings and ensure submissions are commercially accurate.
• Check Specification Compliance: Ensure completed quotations meet relevant specifications and design briefs.
• Use Estimating Systems: Raise quotations using IT systems including Logikal and in-house Excel pricing schedules.
• Liaise with Clients and Suppliers: Gather information and support the preparation of tenders, quotations and variations.
• Manage Sales Communication: Communicate by phone, email and web-based portals.
• Coordinate with the Team: Work closely with colleagues to meet quotas and deadlines.
• Build Client Relationships: Develop positive client relationships throughout the estimating process.
• Follow Up and Negotiate: Follow up estimates, negotiate and support the securing of orders.

Skills

Previous estimating experience

Review plans & specs take-offs

Prepare tenders & costings

Client & supplier communication

Sales via phone/email/web

Logikal & Excel pricing

Organisational skills

Negotiation & relationship-building

Tools

Logikal

Excel pricing schedules

Job description

Estimator

Join our team at NE&C Windows and Doors, a growing business where estimating supports bespoke commercial projects manufactured in a modern Washington factory. Previous estimating experience is essential, with aluminium, window, curtain wall or fabrication experience preferred.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Construction Estimator, Tender Estimator, Cost Estimator, Project Estimator, Commercial Estimator, Pricing Estimator, Pre-Construction Estimator, Bid Estimator

SALARY: £35,000 to £40,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Benefits

LOCATION: Washington, Tyne and Wear, North East England

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 40 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday

JOB OVERVIEW

This is an opportunity to join a growing business with a strong focus on quality workmanship, bespoke solutions and collaborative project delivery.

The Estimator will support varied commercial work for contractors and organisations, reviewing plans, specifications and take-offs while preparing accurate tenders and quotations. The Estimator will work with clients, suppliers and colleagues to keep submissions accurate and on schedule.

With aluminium products manufactured using modern CNC machinery, the Estimator will contribute to projects spanning windows, doors and curtain walling while following up quotations, negotiating and helping secure orders.

ABOUT US

NE&C Windows and Doors is a specialist manufacturer and supplier of high-quality window and door systems. With a strong reputation for technical expertise, precision, and customer service, the business continues to grow across commercial and residential sectors. NE&C takes pride in delivering reliable, well-engineered solutions and fostering a collaborative, supportive working environment.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Estimator include:

• Review Plans and Specifications: Assess building plans, specifications and tender information

• Measure and Quantify Take-Offs: Complete accurate measurements and take-offs across multiple projects

• Prepare Tenders and Quotations: Compile quotes, tenders, variations and supporting submission documents

• Produce Accurate Costings: Complete timely project costings and ensure submissions are commercially accurate

• Check Specification Compliance: Ensure completed quotations meet relevant specifications and design briefs

• Use Estimating Systems: Raise quotations using IT systems including Logikal and in-house Excel pricing schedules

• Liaise with Clients and Suppliers: Gather information and support the preparation of tenders, quotations and variations

• Manage Sales Communication: Communicate by phone, email and web-based portals

• Coordinate with the Team: Work closely with colleagues to meet quotas and deadlines

• Build Client Relationships: Develop positive client relationships throughout the estimating process

• Follow Up and Negotiate: Follow up estimates, negotiate and support the securing of orders

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Previous estimating experience

• Ability to review building plans and specifications and complete accurate take-offs

• Ability to prepare tenders, quotations, variations and costings across multiple projects

• Confident client and supplier communication skills

• Sales experience across phone, email and web-based portals

• Ability to use IT systems, including Logikal and Excel pricing schedules

• Strong organisation skills with the ability to work to quotas and deadlines

• Negotiation and relationship-building skills

DESIRABLE

• Experience within fabrication, aluminium, windows or curtain wall

BENEFITS

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of NE&C Windows and Doors Limited