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Estimator / Production Manager

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Job Title: Estimator / Production Manager (Architectural Metalwork)

Location: London, SW19

Salary: Negotiable, dependent upon qualifications and experience. (Starting from £42,500 per annum)

Job Type: Permanent, 40 per week.

John Desmond Ltd is an Architectural Metalwork company specializing in the bespoke design, manufacture, and installation of metalwork for major commercial and high-end residential projects.

Our products include staircases, cladding, balustrades, and other feature metalwork in stainless steel, brass, bronze, aluminium.

Our clients are typically major building and management contractors.

Responsibilities:

  • Dual role position as an Estimator / production manager, the applicant must be able to read architectural and engineering drawings and specifications and have a knowledge of metal fabrication, including surface treatments and coatings.
  • To provide and develop accurate pricing of all schemes to clients whilst improving the overall bottom line net profit returns based on past experience and past performance of projects.
  • To advise on possible cost implications/variations if design changes.
  • To track, cost, and handle all variations from estimate to order status.
  • Knowledge of and experience with CAD is required.
  • An understanding of the methods and procedures involved in modern contracting would be expected.
  • The applicant will be also overseeing the production of our PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) workshop.
  • Must be able to develop a commercial relationship with the clients and assist with technical enquiries, production issues and lead-times. Also, must be prepared to organise production schedule on an efficient way.
  • Keep track of all the projects and on the works progress and deal with admin/accounts in regard to delivery notes, invoicing, etc.

The ideal candidate will also possess:

  • Time Management and organisation skills, ability to multi-task
  • Self-motivated and confident to work on your own initiative
  • High attention to detail
  • Committed to meeting deadlines and targets and be punctual
  • Good communication skills
  • Prepared to put in extra hours to meet tight deadlines where required

Qualifications, Experience & Attributes:

  • Fluency in English with good client liaison skills to support commercial negotiations.
  • Ability to be well organized and able to meet deadlines.
  • Computer literacy in Microsoft packages including Excel, Word, Outlook, and CAD.

Please note:

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Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Candidates with previous experience and job titles of; Project Coordinator, Project Management, Project Administrator, Project Estimator, Installation Coordinator, Estimator, Interior Design Project Manager, Operations Coordinator, Project Manager, Project Controller, Project Supervisor, Estimator will be considered for this role.

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