Estimator Steel Fabrication

We are a premier, well-established manufacturer of high-quality steel products with 40 years of industry excellence. As a trusted market leader in Scotland, we design, test, and manufacture steel communal entrance doors, steel windows, fire screens, and curtain walling. Quality craftsmanship and customer care sit at the heart of our operations. We consistently leverage cutting-edge manufacturing processes to remain at the forefront of the architectural metalwork sector.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Highly attractive annual salary between £40,000 – £50,000.
• Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid and remote working options available for the right candidate.
• Specialist Exposure: Opportunity to work directly with elite, specialist steel façade systems.
• Sector Diversity: Varied and engaging workload spanning social housing, facility management (FM), and major construction sectors.
• Dynamic Environment: A highly collaborative, hands-on role working closely with clients, suppliers, and our internal fabrication teams.
• Long-Term Stability: Secure employment with a highly stable, forward-thinking industry leader.

Responsibilities

Estimating & Commercial

• Costing & Estimates: Prepare competitive, comprehensive cost estimates and quotations for steel doors, windows, fire screens, and curtain walling.
• Tender Review: Evaluate incoming tender documents, architectural plans, structural drawings, and client briefs to determine the project scope.
• Material Take-Offs: Proficiently utilize specialized software to map out material quantities, labor requirements, and pricing packages.
• Supply Chain Liaison: Collaborate with external vendors and subcontractors to source highly competitive trade quotes for materials.
• Risk Management: Identify project opportunities, exclusions, and risks, building necessary contingencies and value‑engineering options into final quotes.
• Project Handover: Support comprehensive tender submissions and facilitate smooth handovers to production teams.

Design & Technical

• CAD Drafting: Prepare detailed façade and workshop fabrication drawings using AutoCAD.
• Detail Development: Develop precise technical details for curtain walling, windows, doors, and associated ironmongery.
• System Integration: Apply deep working knowledge of premium steel profile systems (including Schüco, Jansen, Forster, and RP Technik).
• Façade Principles: Apply core façade engineering principles, including structural loads, weathering, drainage, and thermal performance.
• Cross-Department Synergy: Partner closely with internal fabrication and manufacturing teams to evaluate technical feasibility and support design approvals.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: 5–10 years of dedicated façade experience (focused on design, estimating, or a blend of both) with at least 3+ years specifically in steel doors, fire screens, curtain walling, or steel window manufacturing.
• Software Expertise: Proven, hands-on proficiency using SchüCal (Schuekal) or LogiKal estimating software is strictly essential. High competency in AutoCAD is required.
• Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of steel fabrication techniques, architectural metalwork, site installation processes, and strong Excel skills.
• Technical Standards: Working knowledge of CWCT guidelines, BS/EN standards, and UK Building Regulations.
• Core Skills: Strong numeracy, exceptional commercial awareness, highly organized record-keeping, and excellent communication skills.