Security Sales Estimator

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Employee discount

Free/on-site parking

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Hybrid working

Uncapped commission

Job summary

Our client, a long-standing UK manufacturer within the perimeter protection and security sector, is seeking a Sales Estimator to support continued growth across their premium certified product range. The role is hybrid, based in Ashford, with a salary of up to £55,000 and a Monday-to-Friday 9:00–17:30 schedule.

You will prepare accurate estimates, review drawings, calculate material and labour costs, manage your enquiry pipeline, and support tenders, with site surveys as needed.

Qualifications

• Estimating experience with high-security/perimeter projects.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Strong numerical accuracy and cost calculation.
• Full driving licence and own transport.
• Experience in site surveys.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and quotations for high-security projects.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical documents.
• Calculate materials, labour costs, and timelines.
• Manage pipeline of enquiries and follow-ups.
• Support tenders and liaise with internal teams.
• Conduct site surveys when required.
• Build relationships with repeat clients and close sales.
• Ensure estimates meet compliance requirements.

Skills

Estimating experience

Reading drawings

Numerical accuracy

Communication skills

Organisation

Problem solving

Deadline driven

Driving licence

Surveying experience

Tools

MS Office

Estimating software

Job description

Join our client as a Sales Estimator and play a key role in securing major UK projects.

Security Sales Estimator

Work Location: Hybrid (Ashford)

Salary: Up to £55,000

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 9 am-5:30 pm, Monday to Friday

Are you an experienced Estimator/Quantity Surveyor looking to move into a specialist, high-value environment? Our client, a long-standing UK manufacturer within the perimeter protection and security sector, is seeking a Sales Estimator to support continued growth across their premium certified product range.

Why Join Our Client

This isn't just another estimating or sales support position, it's your chance to be at the commercial heart of our expanding high security sector. You'll work directly with the sales team and technical specialists, providing accurate, competitive estimates that win projects and drive growth. Join a focused, collaborative team where technical expertise, mutual support, and market leading products drive success.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing accurate estimates and quotations for high-security and perimeter protection projects
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and technical documents
• Calculating materials, labour costs, and project timelines
• Managing your own pipeline of enquiries and scheduled follow ups
• Supporting tenders and liaising with internal teams
• Conducting site surveys when required
• Building relationships with repeat clients and closing sales
• Ensuring estimates align with certified compliance requirements

What You'll Bring

• Minimum 4 years of estimating experience
• Strong ability to read technical drawings
• Excellent numerical accuracy
• Proficiency with MS Office and estimating tools
• Experience within perimeter security or construction estimating (advantageous)
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment
• Full driving licence and own transport
• Surveying experience

Benefits

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free/on-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Hybrid working
• Uncapped commission

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status