Architectural Glazing Estimator

Architectural Estimator - Aluminium Windows, Doors & Curtain Walling

Location: Walsall, West Midlands (Near Birmingham)
Full-Time Permanent Office-Based

Architectural Estimator - Aluminium & Façade Projects

We are recruiting an experienced Architectural Estimator to lead and develop the estimating function for a growing aluminium fabrication business based in Walsall, West Midlands.

This role focuses on pricing and delivering large-scale aluminium windows, aluminium doors, curtain walling and shopfront systems across commercial and façade projects.

If you are searching for:

• Estimator jobs in Walsall
• Aluminium Estimator roles in the West Midlands
• Façade or Fenestration Estimator opportunities
• Logikal Estimator positions

Architectural Estimator - Key Responsibilities Estimating & Commercial

• Prepare competitive quotations for aluminium windows, doors, curtain walling and shopfront systems
• Analyse architectural drawings, specifications and tender documents
• Undertake value engineering and specification optimisation
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors (glass, hardware, aluminium systems)
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations

Technical & Manufacturing Coordination

• Use Logikal estimating software and similar technical systems
• Interpret technical drawings accurately
• Liaise with factory and production teams to ensure accurate cost calculations
• Support projects from tender stage through to manufacture

Client & Project Coordination

• Liaise with architects, contractors, local authorities and clients
• Manage multiple tenders simultaneously
• Maintain organised documentation and estimating records

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as an Architectural Estimator / Aluminium Estimator / Façade Estimator
• Strong background in aluminium fabrication or fenestration estimating
• Proficient using Logikal or similar estimating software
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Experience pricing curtain walling and shopfront systems

Desirable:

• CAD knowledge
• Experience within aluminium or uPVC window manufacturing
• Background in façade or building envelope projects

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to build and shape an estimating department
• Established and growing aluminium fabrication business
• Long-term career progression within the façade and fenestration sector

If you are an experienced Architectural Estimator in the West Midlands looking for your next challenge, we would welcome a confidential discussion.