Facade Estimator: Tenders, Takeoffs & Subcontractor Lead

Estimator - Facades

Estimator required for a specialist construction contractor delivering projects across London and the South East. This Estimator position offers the opportunity to join an established commercial team working on a varied portfolio of construction packages. The successful Estimator will be involved in full tender preparation, pricing analysis, measurement, subcontractor engagement, and project handovers. This Estimator role would suit someone with previous experience pricing specialist subcontract works within drylining, facades, cladding, fireproofing, screeding, or related construction sectors.

Experienced Estimators looking for a long-term opportunity within a stable and growing business are encouraged to apply.

Salary and Package

65,000 - 75,000 plus package to be discussed, including further benefits and long-term progression opportunities.

Location

Basildon office with projects across London and the surrounding areas.

Full-time, Permanent Position

Monday to Friday permanent role within a collaborative commercial and pre-construction environment.

About the Company

Established specialist construction contractor delivering projects across facades, drylining, SFS structural framing, screeding, fireproofing, painting and decorating packages. The company has developed a strong reputation for quality delivery, technical expertise, and long-standing relationships with major contractors throughout London and the South East.

Why Join Them

This is an opportunity to join a well-structured contractor with a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work. The business offers a supportive team environment with experienced leadership and clear communication between estimating, commercial, buying, and operational departments. You will work on a range of technically detailed projects while having the opportunity to develop within a growing company that values accuracy, organisation, and collaboration.

About the Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders while supporting the wider commercial and operational teams throughout the pre-construction process.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Logging all tenders accurately on the tender tracker system
• Following company file structures and approved software processes
• Preparing and submitting tenders in a consistent and professional format
• Using OnScreen Takeoff software for project measurement and quantity analysis
• Reviewing tender documents thoroughly to ensure complete tender returns
• Obtaining supplier and subcontractor quotations where practical
• Working closely with the buying department to ensure rates remain current and competitive
• Considering project durations and potential price increases during pricing exercises
• Actively following up tender submissions and maintaining communication with clients
• Preparing for tender meetings with clients and coordinating internal support where required
• Supporting tender presentations and commercial discussions
• Preparing and leading project handover meetings following successful tenders
• Coordinating information transfer to commercial, production, finance, buying, and health and safety teams
• Ensuring all project measures, rates, and tender details are issued accurately to the commercial team
• Maintaining organised project records and documentation throughout the tender process

The role requires strong attention to detail, commercial awareness, and previous estimating experience within the construction or specialist subcontracting sector.

Summary

This role offers the chance to join a respected contractor with a strong reputation, steady workload, and supportive team culture. It is well suited to an experienced Estimator seeking stability, varied project exposure, and long-term career development within a professional construction business.

Contact Jack at Up Front Recruitment for more information.