Estimator - Architectural Metalwork

The Highfield Company; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Highfield Company is seeking an experienced Estimator for Architectural Metalwork in Milton Keynes. You will price balconies, balustrades, staircases, canopies, and secondary steelwork, coordinating with contractors nationwide and reporting to the Sales Director.

The role requires a proven track record in estimating within the architectural metalwork/steelwork sectors, strong commercial acumen, and excellent time management to deliver accurate estimates promptly.

Qualifications

• Pricing experience in architectural metalwork or steelwork projects.
• Strong understanding of construction and commercial context.
• Proven track record in estimating and delivering timely quotes.
• Experience engaging with clients and designers.

Responsibilities

• Own assigned estimate submissions and report to Sales Director.
• Manage client expectations and ensure timely delivery of all estimates.
• Attend estimating and pre-contract meetings as necessary.
• Lead handover to production team and maintain stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Pricing experience

Architectural metalwork

Steelwork sector

Commercial acumen

Time management

Negotiation

Job description

Role: Estimator - Architectural Metalwork

Salary: £30,000 - £45,000

Location: Milton Keynes

We are working with a superstar client that specialises in providing and installing balconies, balustrades, staircases, canopies, and secondary steelwork to prominent contractors nationwide. With a continuously expanding portfolio of main contract partners and a reliable supply chain, we offer a prime opportunity for a Senior Estimator to join our team.

The ideal candidate:

• Prior experience in pricing projects within the architectural metalwork or steelwork sectors.
• diligent and ambitious individual with a profound understanding of construction
• Strong commercial acumen, and the capability to deliver estimates promptly.
• A proven track record in similar roles is essential.
• Exceptional time management skills are crucial, along with the confidence and interpersonal finesse to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in client and designer interactions, coupled with adept negotiation skills and a demonstrated ability to secure projects, are highly valued.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report to the Sales Director and take ownership of assigned estimate submissions.
• Manage client expectations and ensure timely delivery of all estimates.
• Attend estimating and pre-contract meetings as necessary.
• Lead handover meetings to transition secured projects to our production team. Foster productive relationships with employees, clients, contractors, and consultants