Estimator

EstimatorReading, Berkshire (with hybrid working; a minimum of three days per week in our office)About UsDriven by our mission to use innovation to prosper the community, we are passionate about challenging traditional methods and delivering unrivalled service. With consistent growth of over 20% year-on-year for nearly two decades, we have become the leading Balcony Specialist in the UK market and are on a growth journey to become the balcony of choice globally, this begins with our expansion into Canada.We are passionate about supporting our people to thrive and grow in their roles. You could be joining a business that uses success to give back, supporting charitable initiatives and donations all year long.If you're simply looking for another job, this isn't the role for you. But if you're seeking the best opportunity for your future career, apply now.Our values:Deliver: We do what we say we'll do.Initiative: We encourage everyone to use their initiative.Appreciation: We value performance and commitment.Learn: We take time to learn lessons and have the courage to change.Support: We support others to avoid blame.We are currently seeking an Estimator to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.The Benefits- Salary of up to £40,000 per annum, depending on experience- Discretionary bonus scheme- Company car (salary sacrifice)- Hybrid working with three days in office- 24 days' holiday plus bank holidays- Buy holiday scheme- Pension- Private healthcare (after passing probation)- Free onsite parkingIf you have experience as an estimator in construction, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career with our thriving company.You'll be joining a close-knit, supportive team that values collaboration, with daily team huddles to foster a strong sense of community.Plus, you'll get to benefit from a balanced work-life with hybrid working options, spending three days in the office and two days working from home each week!So, if you're passionate about delivering excellence and looking for a fulfilling career with growth potential, apply now!The RoleAs an Estimator, you will be responsible for estimating and interpreting specifications for our balconies.Working with other Estimators, Project Leads, Account Managers and the sales team, you will calculate the costings of projects to enable the sales team to win and deliver projects on time and to budget.You will also deal with a variety of enquiries, looking through drawing packs and reading drawings to put together pricing for projects.Additionally, you will:- Prepare client presentations and proposals- Attend regular team meetingsAbout YouTo be considered as an Estimator, you will need:- Experience as an Estimator in Construction- A full UK Driving Licence, preferably clean- The ability to meet project objectives within designated constraints.- The ability to prepare bid presentations on PowerPoint- A flair for analysis, troubleshooting and problem solving- To be a good accurate record keeper, excellent organisational and time-management skills- Outstanding communication and negotiation skills- Commercial awareness and eye for detail; ability to estimate without scope for financial error- The flexibility to accept and manage change- Knowledge of similar products, glass, steel, aluminium, and powder coatingsOther organisations may call this role Sales Estimator, Construction Estimator, Construction Contract Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor, Building Estimator, or Construction Quantity Surveyor.Webrecruit and Sapphire Balconies are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you're looking for a great new role as an Estimator, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.All recruitment is strictly handled directly, and as such, we kindly request that recruitment agencies do not get in contact.