We are seeking an experienced Facade Cladding Estimator to join the team on a full-time, permanent basis. The role involves preparing detailed tenders for façade and rainscreen cladding packages, working with a range of contractors including Tier 1 organisations on projects that can reach multi-million pound values.
Location: Essex (Office Based)
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare detailed tenders for façade and cladding projects, including large value packages for major contractors
* Carry out accurate take-offs and scope mark-ups from construction drawings using Bluebeam
* Price labour, materials, preliminaries, overheads, and profit using internal estimating spreadsheets
* Populate client bills of quantities and pricing schedules in line with tender requirements
* Provide value engineering proposals where appropriate to improve cost efficiency or buildability
* Issue supplier and manufacturer enquiries to obtain material pricing and technical information
* Request and review thermal performance information such as U-value and condensation risk calculations
* Review enquiry documentation including specifications, programmes, and scope documents to ensure compliance
* Identify programme risks and highlight time-related constraints within client schedules
* Attend meetings with clients to discuss tenders and clarify project requirements
* Maintain strong working relationships with key clients, suppliers, and manufacturers
* Support project handover meetings with commercial, design, and management teams once contracts are secured
* Assist with maintaining accurate tender documentation, supplier quotations, and RFIs
Requirements:
* Proven experience as a Façade or Cladding Estimator
* Strong knowledge of rainscreen cladding systems and façade construction
* Experience estimating systems such as aluminium, composite, timber, cementitious, brick slip, and terracotta rainscreen
* Good understanding of structural framing systems such as Metsec and similar SFS systems
* Knowledge of cavity barrier systems including manufacturers such as Siderise, Tenmat, and Rockwool
* Experience working with bracket and rail support systems commonly used in façade installations
* Understanding of non-combustible cladding systems and current façade regulations
* Competent with Excel, Word, Outlook, and Bluebeam
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills when working with clients and suppliers
Interested applicants are invited to apply by sending their most up-to-date CV.
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