Estimator (Facades)

Decron Ltd; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Pension 5%

Holidays 33 days

Phone & laptop

CPD budget

Job summary

Decron Ltd, a specialist roofing and facade contractor, is seeking an experienced Estimator (Facades) to produce robust cost plans and tender bids for rainscreen cladding and facade refurbishment across commercial and public sector projects.

The role involves analysing drawings, specifications and surveys, pricing diverse systems, and collaborating with clients, architects and suppliers. A proven track record in the sector and full UK driving license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ Estimator experience in rainscreen/facade sectors.
• Experience pricing refurbishment and overcladding on occupied buildings.
• Strong knowledge of rainscreen facade systems and proprietary products.
• Ability to read architectural/structural drawings and specifications; use estimating software.
• Familiarity with Building Safety Act 2022 and implications for higher-risk buildings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates and tender submissions for rainscreen cladding and facade refurbishment contracts.
• Analyse project drawings, specifications and survey information to determine material quantities, labour requirements and build-up costs.
• Assess and price a range of rainscreen systems including ventilated cladding, overcladding, curtain wall and composite panel systems.
• Evaluate tender documents for risk, programme constraints and buildability, proposing value engineering alternatives where appropriate.
• Liaise with system manufacturers, suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive and accurate pricing.
• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities and cost breakdowns in support of tender bids.

Skills

Estimating software

Excel proficiency

Reading drawings

Communication & negotiation

Multi-tender management

Driving licence

Education

HNC/HND or degree in QS/Construction Mgmt

MRICS / MCIOB or professional body

Tools

AutoCAD

Costing/estimating software

Job description

Decron is a specialist roofing, cladding, rainscreen and fire remediation contractor, and demand for rainscreen cladding systems and facade refurbishment continues to grow across the business. The Estimator (Facades) is a key role within the Commercial team, responsible for producing accurate, competitive tender submissions for rainscreen cladding and facade refurbishment projects across a range of commercial and public sector work.

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of rainscreen facade systems, including ventilated cladding, overcladding and proprietary systems, and will be comfortable working from surveys, drawings and specifications to produce robust cost plans and tender bids.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates and tender submissions for rainscreen cladding and facade refurbishment contracts.
• Analyse project drawings, specifications and survey information to determine material quantities, labour requirements and build-up costs.
• Assess and price a range of rainscreen systems including ventilated cladding, overcladding, curtain wall and composite panel systems.
• Evaluate tender documents for risk, programme constraints and buildability, proposing value engineering alternatives where appropriate.
• Liaise with system manufacturers, suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive and accurate pricing.
• Prepare detailed Bills of Quantities and cost breakdowns in support of tender bids.

Surveys & Site Work

• Conduct pre-tender and pre-contract surveys of existing facades to identify condition, substrate, fixings and refurbishment scope.
• Identify latent defects, fire safety considerations (including non-ACM cladding compliance) and any remediation requirements that affect cost.
• Attend site visits and design team meetings to support the development of refurbishment proposals.
• Liaise with clients, architects and structural engineers to clarify design intent and resolve specification queries.

Commercial & Project Support

• Monitor project budgets and track expenditure against estimates during the construction phase.
• Prepare and agree contract valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Support project managers with procurement, programme management and cost reporting.
• Prepare management reports on tender pipeline, success rates and margin performance.
• Stay current with industry developments in facade systems, fire safety legislation & relevant British Standards.
• Work closely with the Estimating Manager, Estimator (Metal & Flat Roofing) and Quantity Surveyor to ensure consistency of approach and pricing across the Commercial team.
• Support a smooth and accurate handover of won projects from Estimating to the Operations & Contracts Director and site delivery teams.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Proven experience (minimum 5 years) as an Estimator within the rainscreen cladding, facade, or specialist envelope sector.
• Demonstrable experience pricing refurbishment and overcladding projects, including occupied buildings.
• Strong knowledge of rainscreen facade systems, ventilated cladding systems and proprietary facade products (e.g. Kingspan, Trespa, Equitone, Rockpanel, SFS, Brick Slip, Terracotta, Aluminium Cassette).
• Knowledge of SFS (Structural Framing Systems such as King-frame, Metsec etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings, specifications and survey reports.
• Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel in particular).
• Excellent commercial acumen with strong attention to detail and mathematical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously and meet submission deadlines.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills when dealing with clients, consultants and supply chain.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience with post-Grenfell fire safety remediation projects and knowledge of EWS1 assessment processes.
• Efficient in AutoCAD design.
• Familiarity with the Building Safety Act 2022 and its implications for higher-risk buildings.
• HNC/HND or degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• MRICS, MCIOB, or membership of a relevant professional body.
• Experience working with Social Housing providers, Local Authorities or NHS Estates on refurbishment frameworks.

PACKAGE & BENEFITS

Bonus

Company performance-related bonus scheme

Company Vehicle

Pension

Company pension contribution (5% employer)

Holidays

33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)

Other Benefits

Phone & laptop, fuel card, professional membership support, CPD budget

Further details of the full benefits package will be confirmed at offer stage.