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Estimator & Specification Lead

ACS Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Kettering, Northamptonshire NN15 5RH, England

Salary

£27,500 per day

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Estimator/Specification Lead position in Kettering offers a full-time role with a salary of up to £27,500 along with a comprehensive benefits package.
  • The ideal candidate should have proven experience in estimating within the construction or building products sector.
  • This role involves supporting pricing and technical inquiries for a range of external building products and collaborating with various teams to meet client needs.
  • Key responsibilities include managing quotations, maintaining CRM records, and attending customer meetings to secure specifications.
  • The company provides a supportive environment with opportunities for ongoing training and exposure to diverse construction projects.
Estimator/Specification LeadKetteringHours - Monday to Friday full timeSalary - up to £27,500 plus good benefits packageAre you an experienced estimator with a passion for delivering accurate, timely quotations and supporting the specification process in the construction sector? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established building products manufacturer known for quality, innovation, and customer focus.The RoleAs an Estimator & Specification Lead, you will play a key role in supporting pricing and technical enquiries across a portfolio of external building products, such as drainage systems, architectural features, and rainwater solutions. You'll collaborate closely with sales, customer service, and supply chain teams to ensure client needs are met from first enquiry through to order completion.Key Responsibilities
  • Respond to pricing and specification enquiries with accuracy and professionalism
  • Manage daily workflow of quotations in line with agreed priorities and KPIs
  • Support internal and external sales teams with technical and commercial information
  • Maintain accurate records in the CRM system and support database updates
  • Coordinate with supply chain colleagues on product availability and lead times
  • Review and log project opportunities from lead generation tools
  • Attend customer sites or meetings alongside sales colleagues to secure specifications
  • Handle sample requests and assist with general administrative support
  • Track sector trends and report insights to management
Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Proven experience in estimating within a construction or building products environment
  • Strong commercial awareness and ability to support specification-led sales
  • Excellent communication skills—confident dealing with clients, contractors, and specifiers
  • High attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work
  • Competent IT skills, particularly in using CRM systems and Microsoft Office
  • A proactive and organised approach with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
Why Apply?
  • Join a reputable business with strong industry presence
  • Be part of a collaborative, supportive team
  • Gain exposure to a variety of construction projects and stakeholders
  • Receive ongoing training and development
  • Work in a stable, growing organisation committed to quality and service
If you’re looking to take the next step in your estimating or specification career, we want to hear from you.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.