Estimator - Architectural Glazing & Fenestration

Salary: GBP
50000 - GBP
65000 per annum

Hours: Monday-Friday, 09:00-17:00

A specialist glazing and fenestration contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its growing commercial team.

Working across a diverse portfolio of commercial and residential projects throughout London and the South East, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive quotations for a wide range of architectural glazing packages, helping secure new business and support continued growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced glazing estimator or a commercially minded construction professional looking to develop within a specialist and expanding sector.

You will be responsible for producing detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for a variety of glazing and façade packages, including:

• Aluminium and steel windows and doors
• Curtain walling systems
• Rooflights
• Internal and external glazed balustrades
• Internal glass partitions
• Wall cladding systems
• Mirrors and specialist glazing packages

Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing tender enquiries, drawings, specifications and contract documentation.
• Interpreting architectural drawings and NBS specifications.
• Obtaining and analysing quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Preparing detailed and competitive cost estimates.
• Liaising with clients, contractors, suppliers and internal teams to clarify project requirements.
• Evaluating installation durations and project resource requirements.
• Supporting value engineering exercises and alternative design solutions.
• Maintaining accurate estimating records and tender documentation.
• Assisting with project handovers to delivery teams following contract award.
• Attending project meetings and site visits when required.

• Previous estimating experience within the glazing, fenestration, façade, curtain walling or related construction sectors.
• Strong technical knowledge of glazing systems and associated construction methods.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Experience working with NBS specifications.
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and IT skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and work to deadlines.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Experience pricing curtain walling, windows, doors and structural glazing packages.
• Understanding of glazing installation sequencing and programme requirements.
• Experience using estimating, ERP or CRM software.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Salary between £50,000 and £65,000 depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work on projects valued up to £1 million.
• Exposure to a broad range of commercial and residential glazing projects.
• Long-term career progression within a growing and ambitious business.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• On-site parking and modern office facilities.