Cladding Estimator

Our Client is a well-established construction and building solutions organization with decades of industry experience and a strong presence across the UK. Specializing in maintenance, refurbishment, new-build construction, roofing, and building envelope solutions, the business provides comprehensive services to public and private sector clients, from consultation and design through to installation and maintenance.

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for cladding, fa ade, roofing, rainscreen, insulated panel, and associated building envelope works.
• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, schedules, and employer's requirements to establish project scope.
• Carry out accurate quantity take-offs and measurements using drawings, specifications, and digital models where applicable.
• Obtain, review, and compare quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare tender submissions, pricing schedules, cost breakdowns, clarifications, and value engineering proposals.
• Liaise with clients, main contractors, architects, consultants, suppliers, and internal project teams.
• Identify commercial risks, exclusions, assumptions, and cost-saving opportunities within tender packages.
• Support handover meetings for successful tenders and provide clear cost information to project delivery teams.
• Maintain estimating records, supplier rates, pricing databases, and historical project cost information.
• Keep up to date with cladding systems, materials, compliance requirements, market rates, and industry best practices.

• Previous experience in estimating within cladding, fa ades, roofing, curtain walling, rainscreen, or specialist subcontracting.
• Strong ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, and fa ade drawings.
• Good understanding of cladding systems, fixings, interfaces, access requirements, logistics, and construction sequencing.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to prepare accurate, competitive estimates.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating or quantity take-off software.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• High attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure to meet tender deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with commercial and project delivery teams.
• A qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building Surveying, Engineering, Architectural Technology, or a related discipline is desirable; equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
• Knowledge of UK construction standards, health and safety requirements, fire performance considerations, and building regulations is advantageous.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Annual salary reviews.
• Discretionary bonuses and profit-related pay.
• Healthcare cashback plan.
• 31 days of annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Life assurance.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Study opportunities and ongoing professional development.
• Full-time, permanent employment with opportunities to develop within an established construction business.