Estimator / Contracts Manager

Ashbourne, Derbyshire Source: WhatJobs
£45,000–£55,000

Estimator / Contracts Manager | Ashbourne | Full Time | £45,000–£55,000 + Package

Our client is a well-established specialist joinery manufacturer, producing bespoke exterior, heritage, interior and fire door products for residential and commercial customers.

As part of their continued investment, modernisation and growth, they are looking for an experienced Estimator / Contracts Manager to join their Commercial team, based primarily at their Ashbourne site.

This is an end-to-end commercial role, where youll manage enquiries from initial contact through to quotation, order and production handover. Youll work mainly across bespoke exterior joinery and heritage/restoration projects, including windows, doors and specialist joinery.

If youre looking for a role where you can take ownership of projects, build strong customer relationships and have a direct impact on the success of the business, this could be an excellent opportunity.

What will your role look like?

  • Managing customer enquiries from initial contact through to order
  • Preparing accurate estimates and quotations for bespoke joinery projects
  • Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender information
  • Carrying out site surveys where required
  • Managing customer relationships and larger contracts
  • Controlling project scope, variations and commercial risks
  • Working closely with the Technical team to finalise finish requirements
  • Ensuring every order is clearly defined and ready for production
  • Providing a clear handover to Site and Production teams
  • Remaining the main commercial and customer contact throughout the project
  • Working closely with internal teams to ensure projects progress smoothly

Are you the right person for the job?

  • Experience in joinery estimating, contracts management or a similar role
  • Good knowledge of timber windows, doors or bespoke joinery
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
  • Experience carrying out site surveys
  • Strong estimating and commercial awareness
  • Confidence dealing with residential customers, contractors and architects
  • Good organisation and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple enquiries and projects at once
  • A proactive approach with the confidence to take ownership of your work

It would be great if you also have:

  • Experience working on heritage, restoration or listed building projects
  • Experience working with bespoke exterior joinery
  • Experience managing larger contracts from enquiry through to completion

Whats in it for you?

  • Salary of £45,000–£55,000 DOE
  • Performance-related bonus
  • 20 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
  • Travel expenses covered / access to company vehicle when required
  • Full-time, permanent position within a stable and growing business
  • Supportive leadership team with clear direction and ambition
  • Opportunity to shape processes and influence how the role develops
  • Training and development, including exposure to specialist and compliance work

Working Pattern

  • Primarily office-based at the company's Ashbourne site
  • Site visits and surveys as required
  • Occasional travel to other sites and client locations

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