Estimator (Cladding/Facades)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Company car/allowance

Training

Pension

33 days annual leave

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking an Estimator based in Doncaster with proven experience in facades, rainscreen cladding or specialist building envelopes. The role focuses on producing detailed cost estimates, tender submissions and Bills of Quantities for commercial and public sector projects.

You will work closely with clients, supply chain partners and internal teams to assess risks and deliver competitive, accurate pricing.

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating for facades, rainscreen cladding or specialist envelopes.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Excel.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Produce Bills of Quantities, cost breakdowns, valuations, variations and final accounts for projects.
• Prepare competitive tender submissions and assist with pricing.
• Conduct pre-tender facade surveys to identify condition, substrates and refurbishment needs.
• Liaise with manufacturers, suppliers, clients, architects and structural engineers.
• Analyse drawings and specifications and support commercial and project teams during construction.

Skills

Rainscreen cladding

Facades

Specialist envelopes

Reading drawings

Estimating software

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary: GBP50000 - GBP65000 per annum + Bonus + Company Car/Allowance

Doncaster

£50,000 - £65,000 + Bonus + Company Car/Allowance + Training + Pension + 33 Days Annual Leave

Are you an Estimator with experience in facades, rainscreen cladding or specialist building envelopes looking to join a growing specialist contractor offering great work-life balance where you will play a key role in producing accurate and competitive tenders?

Do you want to join a company that invests in its people, gives you great progression opportunities all the way to directorship and is going through an impressive growth period currently?

On offer is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a growing specialist contractor, where you'll take responsibility for producing detailed cost estimates, tender submissions, Bills of Quantities, and commercial pricing for a range of commercial and public sector projects.

This role would suit an Estimator or similar with experience within rainscreen cladding, facades or specialist envelopes, strong knowledge of facade systems, and excellent commercial acumen who is looking for a varied role with progression and professional development.

In this role, the successful candidate will prepare competitive tender submissions, analyse drawings and specifications, conduct site surveys, liaise with clients and the supply chain, assess project risks, and support commercial and project teams throughout the construction phase.

The Role:

• Conducting pre-tender and pre-contract facade surveys to identify condition, substrate, fixings and refurbishment requirements
• Liaising with manufacturers, suppliers, subcontractors, clients, architects and structural engineers
• Preparing Bills of Quantities, cost breakdowns, valuations, variations and final accounts
• Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm with no weekend working

The Person:

• Estimator or similar background with experience within rainscreen cladding, facades or specialist envelopes
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings, specifications and survey reports
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Experience with post-Grenfell fire safety remediation projects and EWS1 assessments (Preferred)
• Full UK driving licence

Reference Number: BBBH26931HH