Estimator

A contractor specialising in roofing and cladding is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team based in Essex.

Salary: up to £65k depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Work Arrangement: Full-time, permanent
Duties:

Prepare accurate tenders and undertake take-offs from construction drawings Interpret construction drawings and specifications Populate pricing schedules and calculate costs for labour, materials, and preliminaries Mark up drawings using Bluebeam (preferred) Liaise with the team on handover for secured projects Maintain accurate records of tenders, queries, and RFI responses Prepare tender bids and supporting documentation Build and maintain relationships with clients and suppliers Support technical submissions and assist in gathering quotes Occasionally assist the design department as required

Requirements:

Minimum 5 years' experience in estimating, particularly in flat roofing and cladding systems Strong working knowledge of products such as Bauder, Radmat, IKO, Axter, Kemper, and relevant systems (e.g. hotmelt, single ply, felt roofs, cold liquids) Familiarity with SFS framing systems and CWCT rainscreen cladding Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook; experience with Bluebeam is an advantage Excellent communication and presentation skills Comfortable attending site visits and client meetings Understanding of fire barriers and non-combustible cladding solutions Knowledge of U-value and thermal calculations is preferred Project Values: From £200K up to £4M+ This role offers a strong opportunity for long-term progression, with occasional flexibility for hybrid work for the right candidate.

Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV.