Facade Estimator

Acorn Aluminium are experts in architectural aluminium designing, manufacturing and installing aluminium glazing systems, working with commercial partners to create beautiful buildings.

With a state-of-the-art manufacturing capability and unparalleled expertise in design, manufacture and installation, we are innovators in architectural aluminium.

Our people are hard-working and committed to delivering excellent product quality underpinned by outstanding service.

Position:

Join us as a Facade Estimator – Shape Safer, Smarter Buildings with Acorn:

As the construction landscape evolves under the Building Safety Act, the need for absolute accuracy, robust compliance, and meticulous technical assurance has never been greater. At Acorn, we are growing fast—and we’re looking for an experienced Facade Estimator who shares our commitment to quality, adaptability and integrity.

If you’re driven by precision, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to make a real impact in a business that prioritises continuous improvement, this is the perfect role for you.

What you will be doing:

• Managing and organising incoming client enquiries

• Preparing detailed estimates, including take‑offs from architects’ drawings

• Assessing specifications with a strong focus on compliance, regulatory alignment, and Building Safety Act requirements

• Using estimating software to input scope of works with accurate, up‑to‑date labour times and cost data

• Obtaining supporting prices, technical data sheets, and performance calculations for tender submissions

• Producing clear, compliant written estimates demonstrating full understanding of project requirements

• Leading handover meetings with design, production, and contracts teams once projects are secured

Requirements:

What you will bring:

• 2+ years experience in an estimating role—ideally within facades or glazing

• Ability to work on contracts in the £1M+ value range

• A proactive mindset, strong diligence, and exceptional attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced team environment

• Willingness to share knowledge, collaborate openly, and support a high‑performing team culture

Other information:

Why Join Acorn?

We’re more than a growing business—we’re a team committed to excellence, improvement, and supporting each other. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A continuous improvement culture where your ideas genuinely matter

• A friendly, collaborative office environment that values wellbeing and positive energy

• Opportunities for professional development as we scale

• Being part of a business that takes compliance, quality, and safety seriously—always

Working hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Salary, up to: £45,000 per annum, depending on experience

Benefits:

• Career progression and personal development
• Cycle to work
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 helpline & face to face counselling
• Workplace Pension
• Birthday day off
• Holiday purchase scheme

Unfortunately, we cannot provide visa sponsorship at this time. All applications must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

Strictly no agencies and any CVs submitted will be considered by us to be a “free gift”, leaving us liable for no fees whatsoever should we choose to contact the candidate directly and engage the candidate’s services.