Estimator (Cladding/Facades) – Full Time – Clitheroe

Catering; Clitheroe; 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 Limited is seeking an Estimator (Cladding/Facades) in Clitheroe for a permanent role with a leading specialist contractor. You will produce detailed cost estimates, tender submissions and Bills of Quantities for commercial and public sector projects.

You will read drawings, interpret specifications, and use estimating software and Excel. The package includes £50,000–£65,000 plus Bonus, Company Car/Allowance, Training, Pension and 33 days annual leave.

Qualifications

• Experience in rainscreen cladding, facades or specialist envelopes.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in estimating software and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Bills of Quantities and cost breakdowns.
• Produce tender submissions and commercial pricing for varied projects.
• Conduct site surveys and liaise with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Analyse drawings and specifications to identify risks and contingencies.
• Support commercial and project teams throughout the build lifecycle.

Skills

Reading drawings and specifications

Estimating software

Excel

Commercial awareness

Client & supply chain liaison

Tools

Estimating software tools

Job description

Estimator (Cladding/Facades)

Clitheroe

£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 workingThe 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 licenceReference Number: BBBH26931

Keywords: Estimator, Facade Estimator, Rainscreen Estimator, Cladding Estimator, Facades, Rainscreen Cladding, Ventilated Cladding, Overcladding, Building Envelope, SFS, Kingframe, Metsec, Curtain Wall, Composite Panels, Fire Remediation, EWS1, Building Safety Act, Estimating, Tendering, Quantity Surveying, Construction, Commercial, Clitheroe

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Salary: £50000 – £65000/annum Bonus + Company Car/Allowance

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Clitheroe, Lancashire