Estimator
Estimator
Location: We are based in Whiteinch, Glasgow, G14 0QS.Salary: Up to circa £38k depending on experience.
Contract: Full time, permanent.
Benefits: * Private healthcare.
- On site parking.
- 32 days holiday including bank holidays - increasing with service to 34 days.
- Options available for hybrid and flexible working.
- Death in service benefit.
Russell Timber Technology are the UK's leading manufacturer of energy efficient, sustainable and precision engineered timber and alu-clad windows and doors. We supply and install a wide range of doors and windows for large scale new build and refurbishment, private and public housing projects.
Estimator - About the role:
The estimator will carry out and prepare detailed take-offs and costings to present in tenders and quotations for windows, doors, curtain walling and other façade materials. Projects will be primarily residential and will range in size from small scale single properties with an approximate project value of £5,000 to large scale multi storey, multi-phase developments with project values greater than £6,000,000.
Key Responsibilities- Review architect drawings, specifications, façade consultant reports, ER's, scope of works and other related documentation to prepare accurate estimates.
- Collect and analyse data on materials, labour, and other over-head costs.
- Review and evaluate bids from subcontractors and suppliers.
- Clarify project details with clients to ensure estimates align with project scope.
- Identify and develop value engineering opportunities.
- Assist in contract negotiations and procurement.
- Provide technical support to sales team.
- Handover of estimate and supporting documentation to design and production teams upon receipt of order.
- Stay up-to date with industry trends, materials, and methods.
What we need from you:
Requirements- Experience or qualifications in estimating, quantity surveying, construction/project management or procurement. (Essential for higher end of pay scale).
- Ability to interpret, work with and effectively communicate information taken from technical drawings, specifications, building standards/regulations and other contract documentation.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and a high level of numeracy
- Excellent client service and communication skills with a proven ability to communicate at all levels externally or internally.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, confident using formulas and manipulating large amounts of data within Excel and using multiple inboxes within Outlook.
- Strong organization and multitasking abilities.
- Demonstratable experience of working to deadlines.
- Experience within glazing industry (preferred for higher end of pay scale)
- Experience of UK wide building regulations including new “gateway” requirements.
- Experience of multiple types of construction.
- Knowledge of Passivhaus Standard.
- Knowledge of NHBC, Premier or other building warranty standards.
If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then apply today!