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Estimator
Job Posted: 4 hours ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
About the Company
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join a family-run, market-leading specialist in the design, manufacture and installation of balcony systems for the construction sector. This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days per week based in their Reading office.
Role: Estimator
You’ll play a key part in ensuring the success of new and ongoing projects through accurate costing, commercial insight, and close collaboration with design, operations, and procurement teams. A rare and exciting opportunity has arsien to join a family-run, market-leading specialist in the design, manufacture and installation of balcony systems for the construction sector. This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days per week based in their Reading office.
Key Responsibilities: Estimator
* Prepare detailed cost estimates and tenders for balcony systems (materials, labour, logistics, subcontractor costs)
* Collaborate with design/engineering teams to interpret drawings, specifications and design intentions
* Analyse supplier/subcontractor quotes, negotiate rates and identify value engineering opportunities
* Monitor cost trends, material rates, and adjust estimates accordingly
* Assist in risk assessment and margin modelling (contingencies, allowances)
* Liaise with internal project teams to ensure clarity and alignment of scope and deliverables
* Provide support during project lifecycle — value changes, pricing variations, cost tracking
What You Bring
* Proven experience as an Estimator in construction, façade, structural, or specialist subcontracting environment
* Strong commercial aptitude, attention to detail and analytical mindset
* Ability to read architectural, structural and MEP drawings
* Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills
* Good communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
* Proficiency in relevant estimating / cost software (or willingness to learn)
Why Join
* Be part of a technology-driven, high growth company that challenges the status quo
* Work in an organisation combining professionalism with a close-knit, supportive culture
* Opportunity for continuous development, career progression and learning
* Meaningful impact — your work contributes to projects of scale and quality
* Competitive compensation and benefits package
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