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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 you'll manage enquiries from initial contact through to quotation, order and production handover. You'll work mainly across bespoke exterior joinery and heritage/restoration projects, including windows, doors and specialist joinery.

If you're 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.

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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

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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

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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

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What's 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

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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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