Senior Estimator

Estimator – Full Time, Permanent

Allstaff Manufacturing Division is delighted to bring to the market the role of Estimator.

Location:

Whiteinch, Glasgow

Working hours:

36.5 hours per week, flexible scheduling between 7:00am and 6:00pm
Hybrid and flexible working options available. Fully remote considered for candidates with relevant industry experience, provided they can commute to the Glasgow office at least once a month.

Estimator Role

The estimator will carry out and prepare detailed take‑offs and costings for tenders and quotations for windows, doors, curtain walling, and other façade materials. Projects will be primarily residential, ranging in size from single properties (~£5,000) to multi‑storey developments (>£6,000,000).

• Review architect drawings, specifications, façade consultant reports, ERs, scope of works, and other related documentation to prepare accurate estimates.
• Collect and analyse data on materials, labour, and overhead 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 the sales team.
• Handover estimates and supporting documentation to design and production teams upon receipt of order.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, materials, and methods.

• Experience or qualifications in estimating, quantity surveying, construction/project management or procurement.
• Ability to interpret and communicate information from technical drawings, specifications, building standards/regulations, and contract documentation.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and high numeracy.
• Excellent client‑service and communication skills, able to engage at all levels internally and externally.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel for formulas and large data sets, and Outlook.
• Strong organisation, multitasking and deadline‑driven abilities.
• Experience with in the glazing industry.
• Experience with UK building regulations, including new “gateway” requirements.
• Experience across multiple construction types.
• Knowledge of Passivhaus Standard, NHBC, Premier or other building warranty standards.
• Minimum 36 months of relevant industry experience.
• Highly confident in Excel and able to interpret complex data.
• Previous work experience in Northern Ireland or Northern/Southern England construction.
• Prior experience within a Quantity Surveying, technical, or estimating team in a commercial department.
• Experience with housing, new‑build façades, curtain walling, and glazing.

• Private healthcare
• On‑site parking
• 32 days holiday including bank holidays (increasing with service to 34 days)
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Death in service benefit
• Salary – Competitive – DOE

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