Estimator

Location: Sheffield
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 DOE

Our client is a well-established specialist contractor delivering high-quality façade solutions across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Estimator to join their commercial team in Sheffield.

This is an excellent opportunity for an estimator with experience in Curtain Walling, Cladding, Glazing, and Windows & Doors who is looking to join a successful and growing business with a strong pipeline of projects.

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive quotations for a variety of façade and glazing projects, ensuring tenders are completed to a high standard and submitted within deadlines.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for curtain walling, cladding, glazing, and window & door packages.
• Review drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Complete accurate material take-offs and labour calculations.
• Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify value engineering opportunities where appropriate.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure technical and commercial accuracy.
• Attend pre-tender and handover meetings as required.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and colleagues.
• Ensure all tenders are completed in line with company procedures and deadlines.

• Previous estimating experience within Curtain Walling, Cladding, Glazing, or Windows & Doors.
• Ability to interpret architectural and technical drawings.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and estimating software.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously and work to tight deadlines.

• Salary of £40,000 - £55,000 depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join a growing and respected specialist contractor.
• Supportive working environment with long-term career prospects.
• Exposure to a wide range of commercial façade projects.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.

If you have estimating experience within the façade industry and are looking for your next challenge, we'd like to hear from you.