Graduate Window Estimator

NK Windows is a 26-year-old business, which has a team of experienced people and combines work excellence with a caring work culture. Our products are uPVC windows and doors, which are among the warmest window systems fabricated in New Zealand. We are on a nationwide journey to make the homes of Kiwis warmer, safer, and quieter.

Structured as an entry to intermediate position, this role is designed with a career pathway in mind, as many of our roles require technical depth to serve our customers well. NK Windows strongly values internal growth and promotion.

Location and Hours of work

Based from our Wigram office, this is a full time role from Mondays to Fridays.

About the role

The Graduate Estimator is responsible for producing technically and financially sound estimates using specialist industry software, supported by deep technical and industry knowledge to serve customers well and insulate the business from commercial and operational risk.

Key responsibilities

• Create detailed, accurate window and door estimates, including additional customer site services, based on customer specifications and architectural inputs
• Interpret plans and specifications for location and building code
• Support sales team members with technical information requirements
• Work to deadlines and demonstrate a high degree of communication aptitude
• Gain and maintain a deep, expert-level understanding of window design rules, quoting parameters, pricing models, and estimation methods
• Be a power user of window estimating software and supplementary costing calculators

About you

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architectural Technology, or an equivalent technical/engineering discipline
• Ideally 1–3 years of experience in technical estimating, engineering analysis, or construction administration
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and engineering details
• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel and familiarity with rules-based software platforms
• Exeptional attention to detail and a very high level of mathematical/analytical accuracy
• Clear, professional communication skills for effective cross-functional collaboration across Sales, Technical Support, and Production teams
• Positive, "can-do" attitude with a desire to build deep technical expertise
• Organised, structured task management with the ability to manage priorities and meet operational deadlines under pressure

In turn, NK Windows will offer you a chance to develop in this role and within your career. We are on the lookout for the ideal candidtate who is looking to grow with us on our journey to make Kiwi homes, warmer, safer, and quieter.

So if this sounds like you, please send through a copy of your CV and Cover Letter to Callum at [email protected].