Glazing Estimator: Subcontract Packages & Tendering in Essex

Cornerstone Project Source Ltd; Harlow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Immediate start

High-value projects

Wide project exposure

Career development

Job summary

Cornerstone Project Source Ltd is recruiting a permanent Estimator in Essex to prepare detailed quotations for subcontract glazing packages, including aluminium and steel windows, doors, curtain walling and rooflights.

The role suits an experienced estimator or ambitious junior candidate, with duties spanning interpretation of drawings and tender documents to liaising with clients, main contractors and internal teams to ensure accurate proposals and value engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: Experience in estimating for subcontract glazing or related construction sectors.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end estimating process, from enquiry to submission.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general IT literacy.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quotations for subcontract glazing packages (aluminium and steel windows, doors, curtain walling, rooflights).
• Interpret drawings, specifications and tender documents to assess project requirements.
• Compile pricing from suppliers and subcontractors for materials, labour and related works.
• Liaise with clients, main contractors and internal teams to clarify requirements and ensure accurate proposals.
• Evaluate installation timescales and include durations and resources in quotations.
• Maintain clear records of estimates, pricing and supporting documents.
• Support tender to project delivery handover with sales and delivery teams.
• Contribute to value engineering to provide cost-effective solutions.
• Attend project sites and meetings when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Estimating process understanding

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CRM/estimating systems

Job description

Cornerstone Project Source Ltd is recruiting a permanent Estimator in Essex to prepare detailed quotations for subcontract glazing packages, including aluminium and steel windows, doors, curtain walling and rooflights.

The role suits an experienced estimator or ambitious junior candidate, with duties spanning interpretation of drawings and tender documents to liaising with clients, main contractors and internal teams to ensure accurate proposals and value engineering.