Technical Estimator

Closing Date for Application:

Polypipe Building Products are focused on delivering solutions to the residential sector. Polypipe Building Products works with national and local developers, plumbing and heating engineers, general builders and groundworkers to deliver above and below ground drainage systems, rainwater solutions as well as hot and cold plastic plumbing products.

Part of the Genuit Group, we combine long-term stability with a culture built on teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement. We encourage fresh ideas, invest in development and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels like they belong.

We’re looking for aTechnical Sales Estimator to join our team and play a key role in delivering accurate, compliant and commercially focused drainage estimates for a diverse range of customers.

From homeowners and installers to merchants, regional and national housebuilders, you’ll provide trusted technical expertise to ensure every project starts with theright design, the right information and the right solution.

This is a varied role sitting at the heart of our technical and commercial operation. You’ll combine your ability to interpret complex drawings and specifications with strong commercial awareness, helping customers find effective drainage solutions while supporting sales growth and excellent customer service.

Your technical knowledge will add real value throughout the customer journey. From initial enquiry and design support through to quotation and follow-up. By producing clear, accurate estimates and providing credible technical advice, you’ll help build customer confidence, improve conversion and contribute to the long-term growth ofPolypipe Building Products.

What You’ll Be Doing

Technical Estimating

• Interpret architectural drawings, site plans and drainage layouts to produce accurate material take-offs.

• Create drainage material schedules and pipe layouts in line with relevant technical standards and Building Regulations.

• Ensure estimates comply with Polypipe design guidelines and current industry requirements.

• Review designs for potential installation issues, design conflicts and technical risks, identifying these at an early stage.

• Apply value engineering principles to optimise system performance and cost where appropriate.

Technical Support

• Provide pre-quotation technical advice to merchants, developers, contractors and internal teams.

• Respond to customer queries relating to system design, installation requirements and product suitability.

• Support the Technical Sales team with solutions for complex, bespoke or challenging drainage projects.

• Help resolve specification gaps, drawing inconsistencies and missing technical information.

• Maintain strong knowledge of Polypipe’s drainage product portfolio and recommend appropriate solutions to meet customer requirements.

Commercial & Estimating

• Produce accurate, competitive and timely quotations based on customer requirements and project scope.

• Understand pricing structures, margins and the commercial impact of design decisions.

• Identify opportunities to upsell, cross-sell and introduce enhanced or complementary drainage solutions.

• Ensure quotations support profitable growth while remaining competitive in the market.

• Maintain accuracy across Bills of Materials, pricing, take-offs and supporting documentation.

Workflow & Internal Support

• Manage your workload effectively, prioritising multiple quotations and projects to meet agreed SLAs.

• Maintain accurate project histories and quotation records within CRM and internal systems.

• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of estimating processes, templates and tools.

• Work closely with External Sales, DBAM, Customer Experience and Operations to provide a seamless customer journey.

Sales Generation

• Support the sales pipeline by delivering clear, technically robust and timely quotations.

• Identify opportunities to introduce additional Polypipe product ranges and system solutions.

• Work closely with the external sales team to identify high-potential projects and ensure rapid turnaround.

• Produce professional proposals that enhance customer confidence and strengthen Polypipe’s reputation.

• Contribute to upselling and cross-selling by identifying suitable system enhancements and complementary products.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who combinesstrong technical knowledge with commercial awareness and excellent attention to detail.

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience in a Technical Estimator, Estimator or similar technical role.

• Experience within drainage, civil engineering, construction or building products.

• Strong experience reading and interpreting architectural, M&E and drainage drawings.

• Proven experience producing drainage take-offs, material schedules, Bills of Materials or estimates.

• Strong technical knowledge of drainage systems, pipe layouts and associated solutions.

• Good understanding of Building Regulations and relevant industry standards.

• Experience supporting technical sales, quotation processes and customer-facing technical enquiries.

• Experience using estimating software such asBluebeamor similar.

• Familiarity with CRM systems and digital workflow tools.

• Experience managing multiple projects or quotations in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong numeracy, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.

• AutoCAD experience would be advantageous.

The Skills That Will Make You Successful

Technical: You can confidently interpret drawings, analyse drainage designs and produce accurate take-offs, layouts and BOMs.

Commercial: You understand that great technical solutions also need to make commercial sense, and you can identify opportunities for value engineering, upselling and cross-selling.

Analytical: You have an exceptional eye for detail and can identify inconsistencies, missing information and potential risks before they become problems.

Customer-focused: You’re comfortable providing technical advice to merchants, contractors, developers and sales colleagues and can explain complex information clearly.

Organised: You can manage multiple quotations and deadlines without compromising quality or accuracy.

Collaborative: You enjoy working as part of a wider team and understand the importance of close collaboration between Technical, Sales, Customer Experience and Operations.

Solutions-focused: You approach technical challenges practically and confidently, recommending alternative solutions where required.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact in a role wheretechnical expertise, commercial thinking and customer service come together.

You’ll have the opportunity to work on a broad range of drainage projects, develop strong relationships across the construction and building products sector, and play a direct role in supporting customer success and business growth.

Working Hours & Benefits:

• Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

• Competitive salary within the market

• 25 days holiday entitlement

• Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8%

• Life assurance

• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay

• Save as you earn Sharesave Scheme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Free flu vouchers

• Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services

• Staff discount on all Genuit Group products

• Free on-site parking

Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group’s success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.