Head of Estimating (Cladding Remediation & Retrofit)
Location: Warrington (Northwest-based candidates preferred)
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 4 days office-based initially
Salary: Circa £85,000 + 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 £85,000 + 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