We are seeking an experienced Facade Cladding Estimator to join the team on a full-time, permanent basis. The role involves preparing detailed tenders for façade and rainscreen cladding packages, working with a range of contractors including Tier 1 organisations on projects that can reach multi-million pound values.
Location: Essex (Office Based) Start Date: ASAP Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare detailed tenders for façade and cladding projects, including large value packages for major contractors
Carry out accurate take-offs and scope mark-ups from construction drawings using Bluebeam
Price labour, materials, preliminaries, overheads, and profit using internal estimating spreadsheets
Populate client bills of quantities and pricing schedules in line with tender requirements
Provide value engineering proposals where appropriate to improve cost efficiency or buildability
Issue supplier and manufacturer enquiries to obtain material pricing and technical information
Request and review thermal performance information such as U-value and condensation risk calculations
Review enquiry documentation including specifications, programmes, and scope documents to ensure compliance
Identify programme risks and highlight time-related constraints within client schedules
Attend meetings with clients to discuss tenders and clarify project requirements
Maintain strong working relationships with key clients, suppliers, and manufacturers
Support project handover meetings with commercial, design, and management teams once contracts are secured
Assist with maintaining accurate tender documentation, supplier quotations, and RFIs
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Façade or Cladding Estimator
Strong knowledge of rainscreen cladding systems and façade construction
Experience estimating systems such as aluminium, composite, timber, cementitious, brick slip, and terracotta rainscreen
Good understanding of structural framing systems such as Metsec and similar SFS systems
Knowledge of cavity barrier systems including manufacturers such as Siderise, Tenmat, and Rockwool
Experience working with bracket and rail support systems commonly used in façade installations
Understanding of non-combustible cladding systems and current façade regulations
Competent with Excel, Word, Outlook, and Bluebeam
Strong communication and relationship-building skills when working with clients and suppliers
Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV.
