Estimator

Galliford Try; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Estimator for Oak Facades, offering a chance to work on exciting UK projects. This role involves reviewing architectural drawings, preparing detailed cost estimates, and collaborating with project managers and construction teams to ensure project specifications are met. With a commitment to employee wellbeing and professional development, this company provides a supportive environment for career growth. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for construction, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Corporate discounts

Cycle to Work schemes

Comprehensive pension plan

Share purchase scheme

Private medical scheme options

Paid professional association membership

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in facade or building envelope projects.
• Strong proficiency in estimation software and Excel for cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural drawings and prepare detailed cost estimates for facade construction.
• Source quotes from suppliers and maintain a network of trusted vendors.

Skills

PCSA Estimating

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Certification in Estimating or Construction Management

Relevant Building Codes Knowledge

Tools

Bluebeam

On-Screen Take-off

Excel

Job description

ESTIMATOR – OAK FACADES
UXBRIDGE OR SOLIHULL

What you will be doing:

1. Review architectural drawings, specifications, and other project documentation to accurately assess scope and requirements for facade construction.
2. Prepare detailed cost estimates covering materials, labour, equipment, and subcontractor services for facade elements such as cladding, curtain walls, insulation, glazing, and structural supports.
3. Perform precise quantity take-offs using estimation software and manual methods to determine material and labour requirements.
4. Source quotes from suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring best prices and high-quality materials; develop and maintain a network of trusted vendors.
5. Develop budgets for each project phase, tracking and adjusting estimates to align with project goals and client requirements.
6. Compile and submit competitive, professional proposals, including cost breakdowns and timelines, to clients and stakeholders.
7. Identify potential risks associated with facade construction, including material availability, labour shortages, and weather conditions, and incorporate contingencies into estimates.
8. Maintain clear records of all estimates, including revisions and supporting documentation, for transparency and future reference.
9. Work closely with project managers, architects, and construction teams to ensure alignment on project specifications and budget expectations.

About You:

1. Experience in PCSA Estimating is desirable for this role.
2. Proficiency in estimation software (e.g., Bluebeam, On-Screen Take-off) and strong Excel skills. Familiarity with facade materials such as glass, metal, stone, and cladding systems.
3. Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking for precise cost analysis and quantity take-offs.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and proposal presentation.
5. Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
6. Certification in Estimating or Construction Management (e.g., AACE, PMI) is preferred but not essential for this role.
7. Familiarity with relevant building codes, standards, and industry best practices is preferred but not essential.
8. 3+ years of experience in estimating facade or building envelope projects, ideally within commercial or industrial construction is desirable for this role.

What We Can Offer in Return:

With an impressive order book of over £3.2 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Our benefits:

1. Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays.
2. A wide range of corporate discounts.
3. Cycle to Work schemes.
4. Comprehensive pension plan.
5. Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme.
6. Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it.
7. Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role.

About us:

Galliford Try is one of the UK’s leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in.

Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work.

We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value.

For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Specialist Services business please contact Chloe Phillips on [e-mail].

Additional Information:
Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.

We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.

Don’t meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.