Estimator

Bimplus; Woking; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ITS Building People are recruiting for an experienced Estimator on behalf of a well-established roofing contractor based in Woking, Surrey. The role offers £65,000 plus package and focuses on producing accurate and competitive estimates from tender stage through to contract award.

You will review drawings and specifications, carry out material take-offs, and liaise with clients and suppliers to ensure tender deadlines are met and handovers to the commercial team are smooth.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator in roofing or construction.
• Strong understanding of drawings and specifications.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and commercial skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for pitched roofing projects.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Carry out material take-offs and produce detailed cost breakdowns.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify value engineering opportunities where appropriate.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and the internal project team throughout the tender process.
• Ensure all estimates are completed within tender deadlines.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and project documentation.
• Support the commercial team with handovers following successful tenders.
• Keep up to date with market rates, material costs and industry trends.

Skills

Estimating

Tendering

Costing

MS Office

Negotiation

Communication

Driving Licence

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Job Type: Permanent
Start Date: Immediate
Industry: Construction / Roofing
Location: Woking, Surrey
Salary & Package: £65,000 plus package

The Role & About the Client

ITS Building People are currently recruiting for an experienced Estimator on behalf of a well-established roofing contractor based in Woking. This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable business with a strong pipeline of projects, specialising in pitched roofing. The successful candidate will play a key role in producing accurate and competitive estimates, supporting the successful delivery of projects from tender stage through to contract award.

Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions for pitched roofing projects.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Carrying out material take-offs and producing detailed cost breakdowns.
• Obtaining and evaluating quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identifying value engineering opportunities where appropriate.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers and the internal project team throughout the tender process.
• Ensuring all estimates are completed within tender deadlines.
• Maintaining accurate estimating records and project documentation.
• Supporting the commercial team with handovers following successful tenders.
• Keeping up to date with market rates, material costs and industry trends.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience working as an Estimator within the roofing or construction industry.
• Essential experience estimating pitched roofing projects.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and commercial skills.
• Experience preparing competitive tenders and cost plans.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and estimating software.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

ITS Building People is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence