Building Envelope Estimator – Mentored Career Growth

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to £3,600 (EOT)

20 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Christmas Shutdown

BrightHR Benefits

Pension Scheme

Training & Mentoring

25+ years in business

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD, a Bristol-based roofing and cladding contractor, seeks an Estimator to develop and grow within a mentoring-driven role. You will prepare accurate estimates for roofing and building envelope works, take-offs from drawings, manage tenders, and liaise with clients and suppliers from Bristol or nearby areas.

Ideal candidates will have relevant estimating experience, strong numerical skills, and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• Some relevant estimating experience within roofing, cladding, building envelope or a closely related trade discipline
• Understanding of composite panel, SFS framing, insulation, non-combustible facade or standard roofing systems is advantageous
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Numerically strong with a keen eye for detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Confident communicator, able to liaise professionally with clients, suppliers and site teams
• A proactive attitude and genuine appetite to develop within the role
• Full UK driving licence
• Based within commutable distance of Bristol

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for roofing, cladding, SFS and wider building envelope packages
• Carry out take-offs from drawings and specifications, calculating labour, material and preliminary costs
• Manage tenders from initial enquiry through to submission within required deadlines
• Populate and submit client pricing schedules and bills of quantities
• Coordinate with premium system manufacturers to confirm technical specifications and pricing
• Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings where required
• Liaise with clients, main contractors, suppliers and subcontractors to clarify scope
• Research current material, labour and plant costs to ensure pricing remains competitive
• Maintain accurate records of tender submissions, queries and RFIs
• Support handover of secured projects to the delivery team
• Develop your knowledge and skill set with support from the senior commercial team

Skills

Numerical skills

Reading drawings

Communicator

Driving licence (UK)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD, a Bristol-based roofing and cladding contractor, seeks an Estimator to develop and grow within a mentoring-driven role. You will prepare accurate estimates for roofing and building envelope works, take-offs from drawings, manage tenders, and liaise with clients and suppliers from Bristol or nearby areas.

Ideal candidates will have relevant estimating experience, strong numerical skills, and proficiency in Excel.