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Fire Door Estimator
Company Description
Decrobond Ltd is a design-led manufacturer specializing in high-quality timber fire doors and bespoke washroom solutions for commercial interiors and fit-out projects. The company combines performance and aesthetics, ensuring products meet the technical demands of modern commercial environments while enhancing overall design. Fire compliance, safety, durability, and finish are central to its manufacturing, backed by extensive hands-on experience in post-forming, bonding, and fabrication. A skilled production team uses modern, efficient processes to respond quickly to project requirements and demanding construction timelines without compromising quality. Decrobond focuses on service, quality, and efficiency, working closely with contractors, designers, and specifiers, and supports design development with detailed CAD blocks and 3D rendered images across its product range.
Role Description
The Fire Door Estimator role is a full-time, on-site position based in Normanton. The Fire Door Estimator will review architectural drawings, specifications, and tender documents to prepare accurate estimates and quotations for timber fire door packages. Day-to-day tasks include:
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- Conducting quantity take-offs
- Assessing fire compliance and performance requirements
- Liaising with contractors and designers to clarify project details
- Preparing clear, itemized proposals
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The role involves collaborating with production and procurement teams to confirm material costs and manufacturing lead times, updating estimates as project information evolves, and maintaining organized records of all quotations and revisions. The Fire Door Estimator will contribute to continuous improvement of pricing tools and processes, supporting reliable, timely responses to customer enquiries.
Qualifications
- Strong analytical and numerical skills, with experience interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and building regulations related to fire doors.
- Knowledge of construction estimating practices, preferably within joinery, door manufacturing, or commercial fit-out environments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and familiarity with CAD drawings; experience with estimating or ERP software is advantageous.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present clear, structured quotations and collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
- High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple enquiries and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Understanding of fire compliance, safety standards, and relevant industry guidance for timber fire doors is beneficial.
- Previous experience in estimation, quantity surveying, or a related technical role; background in construction, architecture, or manufacturing is an advantage.
- Relevant vocational training or a qualification in construction, engineering, or a related discipline is preferred but not essential when supported by suitable experience.
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