At Sapphire Balconies, we believe great results come from great people — and that starts with living our values every day:
* Deliver – If we say we'll do it, we make it happen.
* Initiative – Got a good idea? Speak up
* Appreciation – We notice and celebrate effort AND results.
* Learn – Mistakes happen. We learn, grow, and keep improving.
* Support – We lift each other up. No blame culture here.
About the Role
We're on the hunt for an experienced Estimator who doesn't just crunch numbers — you build confidence in every project we quote. If you're part calculator, part collaborator, and 100% detail-driven, keep reading.
You'll play a key role in helping our sales team win work we're proud of — and making sure our projects run smoothly, stay profitable, and finish strong.
Hours are Monday to Friday 7am till 4pm. 3 Days on site 2 days from home.
What You'll Be Doing
* Calculating project costs with precision — no guesswork, no surprises
* Building and checking budgets, schedules of rates, and build cost estimates
* Joining pre-budget meetings and site visits to get your head in the game early
* Teaming up with sales to get projects lined up in advance for smart estimating
* Flagging potential risks to costs and timelines (because you see what others miss)
* Making sure take-offs are on point — measure twice, quote once
* Supporting the handover from bid to build with our project delivery teams
* Preparing clear, sharp documentation — quotes, presentations, data — and staying GDPR-compliant
What You Bring
* Degree advantageous or real-world experience in Construction, Civil Engineering, Estimating, or similar would be beneficial
* Relevant experience in estimating or project cost control
* A solid track record in commercial building projects
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills
* Great with PowerPoint and Microsoft Packages
* Comfortable analysing drawings, specifications, and schedules
* Knowledge of materials like glass, steel, aluminium, powder coatings is a bonus
* A full UK driving licence (ideally clean)
The Kind of Person You Are
* Humble & hungry – You're always learning, but you know your stuff
* Persistent – You don't stop until the job is done right
* Emotionally intelligent – You work well with others and handle pressure gracefully
* Flexible – Priorities shift, and you adapt like a pro
* Reliable – People can count on you, every time
What's in it for you?
* Company Vehicle Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
* Discretionary Bonus Scheme
* Pension Contribution
* Private Health Care (Optional After Probation)
* 24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
* Holiday Buy & Sell (Optional)
* Hybrid Working Model
* Onsite Lunch
* Free Parking
* Training & Development Opportunities
* On Site EV Chargers
* Employee Recognition Programme
Ready to Join Us?
If this sounds like your kind of role and your kind of team, hit Apply Now with your CV and a short note telling us why you're a great fit.
We can't wait to meet you
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company car
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* Private medical insurance
* Sick pay
* Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Reading RG2 0LU