Cladding Estimator

Location: Londonderry

* Job Title
* Cladding Estimator
* Location*Derry City (Office based)
* Reports To
* Commercial Manager / Estimating Manager
* Role Overview
* The Cladding Estimator is responsible for preparing
* accurate and competitive cost estimates
* for façade and cladding packages on commercial & industrial projects across Ireland & the UK. This role supports tendering, value engineering, and cost control while working closely with design, procurement, and project delivery teams.
* Key Responsibilities
** Estimating & Tendering
** Prepare detailed cost estimates for:

* Aluminium curtain walling

* Rainscreen cladding

* Metal cladding systems

* Architectural glazing

* Insulated panels and façades

* Analyse drawings, specifications, schedules, and employer’s requirements

* Measure quantities from drawings and BIM models

* Obtain and assess quotations from suppliers and subcontractors

* Prepare tender breakdowns, pricing summaries, and clarifications

* Ensure compliance with Irish & UK Building Regulations and project specifications
* Technical & Commercial Support
** Review facade details for buildability and cost efficiency

* Assist with value engineering and alternative system proposals

* Provide post‑tender support and cost clarifications

* Liaise with design teams, architects, engineers, and suppliers

* Support handover of successful tenders to the construction team
* Procurement & Cost Control
** Assist procurement with material take‑offs and supplier comparisons

* Track cost changes arising from design development

* Support variations, value engineering, and re‑pricing exercises

* Maintain estimating databases and historical cost records
* Health, Safety & Quality
* Ensure allowances for:
* MEWPs, cranes, access systems

* Temporary works

* Site logistics and sequencing

* Account for quality, testing, certification, and compliance costs
* Key Skills & Experience
** Essential
* * Experience estimating
* façade or cladding packages
* * Strong understanding of:

* Curtain walling and rainscreen systems

* Fixings, interfaces, and envelope performance

* Ability to read and interpret architectural and façade drawings

* Excellent numerical and analytical skills

* Proficiency in
* Excel* and take‑off software
* Desirable
* * Experience on
* Irish or UK projects
* * Knowledge of:

* BCAR compliance

* NSAI standards

* Fire performance requirements (EN 13501)

* Familiarity with BIM / Revit / Tekla models

* Background in construction, engineering, or quantity surveying
* Qualifications*Degree or diploma in:
* Construction Management

* Quantity Surveying

* Engineering

* Architectural Technology

* _(or equivalent industry experience)_
* Personal Attributes
** High attention to detail

* Commercially aware

* Able to work to tight tender deadlines

* Strong communication and negotiation skills

* Team‑oriented but capable of working independently
* Typical Projects
** Commercial offices

* Industrial and logistics buildings

* Healthcare and pharmaceutical projects
* Salary & Benefits
** Competitive salary (DOE) - _Salary is open for discussion and will be determined by the employer based on level of experience._

* Pension contribution

* Phone / laptop

* Career development and progression Pay: £45,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person