Roofing Estimator – Essex
£55,000 – £75,000 DOE
Essex-based (projects across the South East)
We’re looking for a skilled Roofing Estimator to join our growing team and take ownership of delivering accurate, competitive project costings. If you have sharp analytical skills, strong commercial awareness, and in-depth knowledge of roofing systems, we’d like to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
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Project Analysis – Review drawings, specs, and contract docs to fully scope requirements.
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Quantity Take-offs – Calculate accurate material, labour, and equipment needs.
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Site Assessments – Visit sites, measure roof structures, and capture project data.
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Costing & Breakdown – Prepare detailed estimates covering all project elements.
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Supplier & Subcontractor Liaison – Source, negotiate, and obtain competitive quotations.
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Bid & Proposal Preparation – Produce tenders and written submissions using templates.
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Client & Stakeholder Communication – Collaborate with clients, PMs, and suppliers.
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Cost Tracking – Monitor and report on costs throughout project delivery.
Essential Skills & Experience
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Proven experience as a Roofing or Construction Estimator.
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Strong understanding of roofing systems, construction methods, and industry standards.
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Proficient with Excel, Word, Bluebeam; exposure to Swifest (or similar) an advantage.
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Ability to produce Schedules of Work, BoQs, and marked-up drawings.
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Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
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Confident communicator with strong attention to detail.
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Comfortable conducting site visits and producing accurate assessments.
✅ A fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor, contributing to high-profile roofing projects across Essex and beyond