Estimator

Overview

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates, budgets, and commercial quotations based on project drawings, specifications, BOQs, tender documents, and client requirements.
• Review and interpret architectural and technical drawings, door schedules, ironmongery schedules, master key schedules, door types, door constructions, and fire-rating requirements.
• Develop and prepare technical submissions, compliance documentation, schedules, and project-related reports in accordance with project specifications and regulatory standards.
• Recommend suitable architectural ironmongery and door hardware solutions that meet project specifications, functional requirements, and Civil Defence regulations.
• Ensure all project requirements, exclusions, assumptions, conditions, and compliance obligations are clearly identified and incorporated into quotations and tender submissions.
• Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and internal departments to obtain technical information, clarify requirements, and ensure estimation accuracy.
• Manage prequalification submissions and maintain compliance with client, consultant, and project-specific requirements.
• Prepare and maintain sales reports, order forms, technical documents, and project-related records.
• Handle customer enquiries and provide technical and commercial support by recommending appropriate products and solutions.
• Coordinate sales and project activities, monitor progress, and support the timely execution and delivery of projects.
• Collaborate closely with sales, procurement, and operations teams to ensure effective communication, efficient workflow, and successful project outcomes.
• Support the sales team in achieving departmental objectives, revenue targets, and customer satisfaction goals.
• Stay updated on industry developments, building regulations, fire-door standards, product innovations, and best practices within the architectural ironmongery sector.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and professionalism in all estimates, technical documentation, and project correspondence.