Estimating Manager

TieTalent; Waterlooville; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist contractor in Waterlooville seeks an experienced Facade Estimating Manager. You will prepare cost estimates and monitor budgets for facade projects. The ideal candidate has proven experience in the facade industry, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in estimating software. This role offers up to £85,000, a mix of hybrid work, and comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance.

Benefits

26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Pension

Private medical insurance

Death in service

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the facade industry.
• Proficient in cost control methodologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for facade projects.
• Gather necessary information from project managers and clients.
• Conduct market research to monitor pricing trends.
• Track project costs to ensure budget alignment.
• Identify risks and opportunities related to costs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Cost control methodologies

Communication skills

Project management

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office Suite

Bluebeam

Job description

About

Facade Estimating Manager

Our client is a specialist contractor in the facade and building envelope sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Estimating Manager.

You will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, monitoring budgets, and identifying cost-related risks and opportunities across facade projects, while collaborating with internal teams and clients to ensure financial control throughout the project lifecycle.

Facade Estimating Manager

What's in it for you?

• Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:30.
• A mix of office-based work, hybrid working (2 to 3 days per week), and site visits as required.
• Up to £85,000.
• 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays.
• Pension.
• Private medical insurance.
• Death in service.
  
  

Facade Estimating Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse drawings, specifications, and related documents to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for facade projects.
• Work closely with project managers, designers, and clients to gather all necessary information for informed estimating.
• Conduct comprehensive market research to stay up to date with current material and labour pricing trends.
• Track and monitor project costs throughout the lifecycle to ensure alignment with budgetary targets.
• Identify cost-related risks and opportunities, offering practical recommendations to support effective financial decision-making.
• Keep meticulous records of all estimates, revisions, and cost changes throughout each phase of the project.
• Support the preparation of bids and proposals, contributing to the acquisition of new projects.
  
  

Facade Estimating Manager

Role Requirements

• Proven experience within the facade industry is essential.
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of cost control methodologies and best practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and clients.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while performing under pressure.
• Proficient in estimating software and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• A background in construction or engineering is beneficial, though not essential.
• Experience using Bluebeam is preferred.
• Please be aware this job description is a general overview and subject to change as per our clients' needs.
  
  

TITL1_UKTJ

• Waterlooville, England, United Kingdom
  
  

Work experience

• General Project Management
  
  

Languages

• English