A leading specialist metal roofing and cladding contractor is currently seeking an experienced Flat Roofing Estimator. This role involves working on a variety of high-profile projects ranging from £50k to £4M+.
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Hours: 08:00 - 17:00 (Monday - Friday)
Location: Essex (Office-based with potential for occasional WFH)
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare detailed tenders and undertake accurate take‑offs from construction drawings.
* Calculate competitive rates including labour, material costs, and preliminary items.
* Populate client Bills of Quantities and pricing schedules.
* Utilize Bluebeam software to prepare scope marked‑up drawings and estimates.
* Research and negotiate costs for materials, equipment, and sub‑contractor labour.
* Attend site meetings to negotiate best prices and understand project requirements.
* Maintain accurate records of tender submissions, RFIs, and queries.
* Ensure all bids for projects over 18m comply with non‑combustible cladding and fire barrier regulations.
* Conduct professional handover meetings with surveying, design, and management teams.
Requirements
* Proven experience as an Estimator specializing in Flat Roofing systems.
* Deep technical knowledge of systems including Bauder, Radmat, IKO, and Kemper.
* Experience with inverted hot‑melt, single‑ply warm roofs, tapered insulation, three‑layer felt, and cold‑applied liquids.
* Proficiency in Bluebeam, Excel, and Microsoft Office.
* Strong understanding of target U-values and non‑combustible cladding solutions.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
* Ability to interpret complex architectural and structural drawings.
Package
* Competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000.
* Potential for occasional home working for the right candidate.
* Opportunity to work for a market leader with a strong project pipeline.
* Professional development and a supportive team environment.
If you are interested, please send your CV for consideration.
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