Estimator
| Job Type | Permanent / Full Time |
| Area | Hertfordshire, UK |
| Job Title | Estimator |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Job Ref | 1594489 |
| Job Views | 93 |
- Description
- Estimator
Leading Main Contractor - Roofing, Social Housing, Refurbishments & Fit-Out
£55k - £70k + Travel Allowance & Fuel
Cockfosters, Barnet
Immediate Interview
The Opportunity: Estimator
Our client is looking for a motivated and experienced Estimator to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years’ experience in estimating, particularly within the roofing sector, either from a specialist roofing contractor or a main contractor with a strong roofing background. The role offers great career progression opportunity, with the goal to move into the Estimating Director position in the future.
The Company:
Our client is a leading Main Contractor who currently turns over approx. £22m and are projecting a turnover of £50m by 2025. A forward thinking company with an established presence within the industry, they have amassed a list of diverse clients ranging from local authorities and high net worth individuals.
The type of work they do includes, but is not limited to:
- Specialist Refurbishment
- Internal & External Refurbishment
- Traditional Construction
- Commercial & Residential Fit Out
- New Build (Including Local Authority/Social Housing & High-End Residential)
Project values typically range up to £1m, with jobs under this value being handled by the Estimator position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle 3 tenders per week, with jobs under £1m being assigned to you (jobs over £1m are handled by Michael).
- Send out tender packages and thoroughly adjudicate and normalise subcontractor returns.
- Review architectural plans, specifications, and drawings to identify necessary modifications and additions.
- Collaborate with project managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure accurate estimations.
- Utilize estimating software to generate comprehensive and precise cost estimates, taking into account labour, materials, equipment, and other project-related expenses.
- Price the work accurately by evaluating the cost of labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and other project-related expenses.
- Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors to ensure competitive pricing and resource availability.
- Assist with project scheduling and timeline development in collaboration with the project management team.
- Prepare detailed proposals, bids, and presentations for clients, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
- Conduct site visits and assessments to evaluate progress and identify potential issues during the estimation process.
- 5-10 years of experience in estimating, ideally within the roofing sector.
- Experience with both traditional and flat-pitch roofing systems, with a focus on residential housing.
- Experience pricing projects up to £1m in value.
- Must come from a roofing background (either a specialist roofing contractor or a main contractor with a strong roofing portfolio).
- Proficient with estimating software and Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication and influencing skills.
- Ability to handle 3 tenders per week, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
- Loyal and long-term focused, with a desire to grow within the company.
