Senior Estimator

Danum Windows Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Non-contributory pension

Job summary

Danum Windows Ltd, a long-established supplier of aluminium glazing systems, seeks a Senior Estimator to deliver accurate quotations, cost plans and budgets for main contractors, PQS firms and architects. The role involves close liaison with Contracts and Estimating departments and supports tender bids from the estimating office.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years in the commercial glazing market, be proficient in estimating software, and provide references.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in the commercial glazing market.
• References: minimum of three work references required.
• Role requires accurate, timely quotations, cost plans and budgets for Main Contractor customers, PQS companies and Architects.

Responsibilities

• Provide well-presented, accurate and timely quotations, cost plans and budgets.
• Liaise with Contracts and Estimating Departments.
• Assist with tender bids from the Estimating office as a senior team member.

Skills

Estimating software

Time management

Technical drawings

Planning & scheduling

Numeracy

Customer service

Industry knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Excel

Job description

Danum Windows Ltd has been designing, manufacturing & installing aluminium windows, curtain walling and entrance doors for over 35 years. We are involved in new build and refurbishment projects across the UK. The projects that we are involved with typically incorporate some level of complexity that require a thorough knowledge of aluminium systems; their performance capabilities, their suitability for different types of projects, the applicable estimating & design software and current building regulations.

The role of Senior Estimator is suitable for an individual capable of providing well presented, accurate & timely quotations, cost plans and budgets for our Main Contractor customers, budgets to PQS companies and technical and design assistance to Architects. The role will include liaising with the Contracts Department and the Estimating Department. You will be based in the Estimating office as a senior member to assist with tender bids.

Job Specifics

Title: Senior Estimator

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Available upon request

Working hours: Mon to Thu 8:30am to 5:00pm, Fri 8:30am to 4:00pm

Job Location: Doncaster DN12 1ER

Pay : Monthly

Pay Reviews: 6 months

Experience: Minimum 5 Years experience in the commercial glazing market

Location: Danum Windows Ltd / Broomhouse Lane, Edlington, Doncaster DN12 1ER

Company vehicle: No, however use of company pool car for meetings (if required)

Pensions: Yes, non-contributory pension scheme in place, in accordance with the Workplace Pensions Regulator

System & Software Knowledge (but not essential): Technal, Senior, Reynaers.The successful candidate will be fully proficient in the use of Microsoft; Word, Outlook and Excel. Training of system programmes will be provided.

References: Minimum of three work references required

Key Skills

• Use of Logikal and Tech-Design estimating software (not essential, training will be provided in-house and with the System suppliers).
• Time management skills
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings (plans, elevations, sections)
• Ability to plan and schedule work.
• Must have a strong level of numeracy.
• Customer service focus, both externally and internally
• Relevant industry knowledge