Estimator - 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 take ownership of estimates from enquiry through to submission, shaping bids for balconies, balustrades, staircases and canopies.

The ideal candidate has architectural metalwork or structural steel estimating experience, a strong construction understanding, and the ability to produce accurate, competitive bids to tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating architectural metalwork or structural steelwork.
• Understanding of construction and ability to interpret project requirements.
• Excellent commercial awareness and ability to produce accurate estimates.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Confident communication and client relationship-building.
• Experience in client negotiations and securing new projects.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Sales Director and own allocated estimates from enquiry to submission.
• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates in line with project specs and deadlines.
• Manage client expectations and maintain communication during estimating.
• Attend estimating and pre-contract meetings as required.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, designers and suppliers.
• Support negotiations and contribute to securing new business.
• Lead handover meetings for projects to production team.
• Build and maintain relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.

Skills

Estimating experience

Construction knowledge

Commercial awareness

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Negotiation experience

Job description

ESTIMATOR - ARCHITECTURAL METALWORK

Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £30,000-£45,000

The Highfield Company is working with a growing architectural metalwork specialist that supplies and installs balconies, balustrades, staircases, canopies and secondary steelwork for prominent contractors nationwide.

With an expanding portfolio of main contractor clients and an established supply chain, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join a growing team and contribute to the company's continued success.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous estimating experience within architectural metalwork or structural steelwork.

• A strong understanding of construction and the ability to interpret project requirements.

• Excellent commercial awareness and the ability to produce accurate, competitive estimates within deadlines.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Confident communication and relationship-building skills when dealing with clients, contractors, consultants and designers.

• Experience in client negotiations and a track record of helping secure new projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Report to the Sales Director and take ownership of allocated estimates from initial enquiry through to submission.

• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates in line with project specifications and deadlines.

• Manage client expectations and maintain effective communication throughout the estimating process.

• Attend estimating and pre-contract meetings as required.

• Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants, designers and suppliers to clarify project requirements.

• Support negotiations and contribute to securing new business.

• Lead handover meetings for successful projects, ensuring a smooth transition to the production team.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.