Job Description
Estimator Faade / Cladding / SFS / Curtain Walling
Location:Home-based (4 days per week) + 1 day per week in Luton officeSalary:£30,000 £40,000Hours:8:0017:00 or 9:0018:00Job Type:PermanentTeam:Estimating team of 4
Benefits
Home-based 4 days per week Set working hours: 85 or 96 £30,000 £40,000 salary Supportive estimating team with progression Exposure to SFS, cladding, steel, curtain walling, windows and faade packages
About the Company
A specialist contractor delivering SFS, cladding, steelwork, curtain walling, windows and wider faade packages. Projects range from £200k to £3m across commercial, industrial, mixed-use and refurbishment schemes.
The Role
You will support the pre-construction team by preparing accurate tenders across a range of envelope and structural packages. Working closely with the Senior Estimator and wider team, you will help ensure bids are commercially competitive and technically compliant.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare cost estimates for SFS, cladding, steelwork, curtain walling, windows and faade packages Review drawings, specifications and tender documents Obtain supplier and subcontractor quotations Produce BOQs, take-offs and cost breakdowns Support value engineering proposals Work with the estimating team to meet tender deadlines Assist with handover to project delivery teams Maintain accurate tender and pricing records
Person SpecificationEssential
Strong numerical and analytical skills Ability to interpret drawings and technical specifications Confident communicator with suppliers and internal teams Able to work independently from home while remaining part of a team
Desirable
Experience in faade, cladding, SFS, steel, windows or curtain walling Experience pricing packages between £200k£3m Exposure to commercial, industrial or mixed-use schemes CSCS card (preferred but not essential) Experience with estimating software or digital take-off tools
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