Head of Estimating (Cladding Remediation & Retrofit)
Location: Warrington (Northwest–based candidates preferred)
Working Pattern: Hybrid – 4 days office–based initially
Salary: Circa GBP85,000 + Package
About the Company
Our client is a well–established Northwest contractor specialising in cladding remediation and retrofit solutions, delivering projects across both private and local authority sectors.
With a strong pipeline of high–rise remediation schemes, they focus heavily on:
* High–rise cladding remediation
* Fire barrier installation and upgrades
* External Wall Insulation (EWI)
* Retrofit and building safety works
Due to sustained growth and an expanding order book, they are seeking either an experienced Head of Estimating or a Senior Estimator ready to step into a leadership role to lead their Warrington–based estimating function.
The Role
This is a key leadership position responsible for managing the estimating department (currently 3 estimators) and overseeing all pricing activity, with a particular emphasis on cladding remediation .
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in securing new work, managing 2–stage tenders, and ensuring commercially sound and competitive submissions.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
* Lead and manage a team of 3 estimators in the Warrington office
* Oversee workload allocation, mentoring, and development
* Implement structured estimating processes and best practice
Estimating & Tendering
* Prepare and oversee detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQs)
* Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and fire remediation reports
* Produce clear, professional, and easy–to–understand pricing submissions
* Lead 2–stage tender processes from pre–construction through to final submission
* Develop accurate cost plans for remediation and retrofit schemes
Sector Focus
* High–rise cladding remediation (ESSENTIAL)
* Fire stopping and fire barrier works
* External Wall Insulation (EWI)
* Retrofit and building safety upgrades
Commercial & Supply Chain
* Maintain and develop strong subcontractor and supplier relationships
* Demonstrate in–depth knowledge of cladding remediation supply chains
* Negotiate pricing and ensure best value procurement
* Identify and manage commercial risk within tenders
Client Engagement
* Work with both private developers and local councils
* Attend pre–tender meetings and site visits where required
* Present pricing strategies clearly and confidently
Candidate Requirements
Essential
* Proven experience in cladding remediation (non–negotiable)
* Strong background in retrofit and high–rise external envelope works
* Experience compiling BOQs and building rates from first principles
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
* Experience managing or mentoring junior estimators (or ready to step into leadership)
* Strong understanding of 2–stage tendering processes
* Established supply chain knowledge within cladding/fire remediation
Desirable
* Experience working on local authority frameworks
* Exposure to building safety remediation schemes
* Commercial awareness within live project environments
Personal Attributes
* Strong leadership capability
* Detail–oriented with high commercial acumen
* Clear communicator, able to present pricing logically and transparently
* Organised and process–driven
* Able to operate both strategically and hands–on
What's on Offer
* Salary circa GBP85,000 + competitive package
* Clear pathway to Head of Estimating (if joining at Senior level)
* Hybrid working (4 days in Warrington initially)
* Secure and growing pipeline of remediation projects
* Opportunity to lead and shape a growing estimating department
If you'd like, I can also create:
* A shorter recruiter–friendly advert version
* A confidential candidate briefing document
* A LinkedIn–ready advert
* A retained search–style candidate pack
* Or a softer "step–up opportunity" version targeting Senior Estimators specifically