Estimator - Doorsets

JELD-WEN; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer of doors is seeking a Doorsets Estimator to work in Sheffield. The successful candidate will prepare cost-effective estimates based on customer requirements and technical specifications. Candidates should have prior estimating experience and good knowledge of building regulations. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent employee benefits including bonuses and a health care plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday

7.5% pension

Medicash health care plan

Salary sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing cost estimates for construction projects.
• Ability to interpret architectural drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience working with customers in the building industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial Doorsets.
• Interact with sales teams and clarify customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of quotes and revisions.
• Identify improvements in estimating processes.

Skills

Estimating experience

Knowledge of building regulations

Excellent IT skills

Working knowledge of Excel

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Overview

Do you have knowledge and experience of working with Doors or Doorsets? Have you got experience of producing accurate and timely commercially viable quotations?

Do you want to apply your skills in a global organisation, where we are passionate about challenging the current state and facilitating process improvement and best practice initiatives?

Here at JELD-WEN UK, a global organisation that produces and manufactures Doors and Doorsets, we’re looking for a Doorsets Estimator to join our existing team. Working from our site in Sheffield UK you will support the Sales and Operations teams by interpreting customer requirements, technical specifications, and architectural drawings to generate cost-effective and compliant estimates.

The Doorsets Estimator role would suit someone who has previous Estimating experience, with relevant building regulations, product, enquiries, ordering & estimating knowledge. In this fast paced and varied role, you will build solid relationships with our buying customers and consult with clients, consultants, technical experts, and internal departments.

You will be keen to work onsite, alongside our internal teams to analyse drawings, specifications and other documentation during the preparation of estimates/bids and be highly motivated, working towards defined sales targets for orders and conversion.

We offer a competitive salary, performance related bonus, 25 days holiday, 7.5% pension, medicash health care plan, salary sacrifice schemes and much more.

What your impact will be

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial Doorsets, including materials, hardware, and labour.
• Apply pricing structures and margin targets in line with company policy.
• Interpret architectural drawings, door schedules, and specifications to ensure technical accuracy.
• Identify and resolve any inconsistencies or missing information in customer documentation.
• Liaise with internal sales teams and customers to clarify requirements and provide technical input.
• Respond to quote-related queries and provide revisions as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of all quotes, revisions, and correspondence.
• Ensure all documentation is stored in accordance with company procedures.
• Participate in handover meetings to ensure a smooth transition from quote to order.
• Communicate clearly with scheduling and production teams to align expectations.
• Contribute to the development of estimating tools, templates, and pricing databases.
• Identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and turnaround time.
• Stay informed about product developments, industry standards, and regulatory changes.
• Attend training sessions and technical briefings as required.

What you\'ll need to succeed

• Previous experience of relevant building regulations, products, enquiries, orders & estimating preferred.
• Previous experience of the building industry would be advantageous.
• Previous experience of working directly with customers.
• Excellent IT skills for analysis and a good working knowledge of Excel would be advantageous.
• Previous experience of working within specific guidelines and to set timescales and deadlines.
• Previous experience with Salesforce preferred.

Why join us

We are passionate about doors and are one of the world\'s largest manufacturers in this field. If you want to join us, we provide an international environment, a high level of flexibility, great potential for personal development and the opportunity to work with strong brands.

We act with integrity, invest in people, inspire through innovation, deliver on our promises, and improve every day. We are seeking talented individuals who share this purpose and values and want to excel in their field of expertise. We offer excellent benefits, a collaborative environment in which to apply your talent and a dynamic and growing company, with exceptional career progression opportunities.

About JELD-WEN

JELD-WEN, founded in 1960, is a leading global manufacturer of doors and windows with over 18,000 employees worldwide. In Europe, the company has a team of more than 6,500 people across the UK, France, and Central and Northern Europe. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, JELD-WEN designs produces and distributes an extensive range of interior and exterior doors, wood, vinyl and aluminum windows and related products for use in the new construction and repair and remodeling of residential homes and non-residential buildings.

Our products and services afford us the opportunity to enter people’s workplaces, homes, and daily lives. With this privilege comes great responsibility to ensure that the products we deliver are reliable and enrich the places and lives that they touch. We bring beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives.

JELD-WEN is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.

Unless explicitly requested or approached by JELD-WEN, the company will not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.