Estimator - Scaffolding

Upfront Recruitment; Redditch; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Scaffolding Estimator to prepare competitive quotes for residential and construction projects in Redditch. The role requires direct interaction with clients, offering genuine progression and hybrid working once training is complete. With a base salary of £60,000 plus monthly bonuses, this position emphasizes autonomy and career growth tied to performance. Ideal candidates will possess scaffolding expertise, strong communication skills, and a hands-on approach to estimating and client engagement.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Pension

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Phone and home IT setup

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing quotations for scaffolding or construction projects.
• Understanding of pricing strategies and compliance guidelines.
• Ability to manage client relationships effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate quotations for scaffolding projects.
• Engage with clients and internal teams throughout bid processes.
• Conduct site visits as required to assess project needs.

Skills

Scaffolding expertise

Client engagement

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Tools

StrikeSoft

Job description

Estimator – Scaffolding

Salary & Package

£60,000 basic salary, plus £350 monthly bonus, company vehicle, hybrid working, pension, 28 days holiday including bank holidays, phone and home IT setup. Salary rising in lockstep to company turnover up to £105,000pa on a £6Mpa Turnover currently £3.5Mpa and growing at a good pace.

Location: Redditch, Worcestershire

Hours: 07:00 to 16:00

Position: Full-time, permanent

About the company

This is a well-established, independent scaffolding contractor operating across the Midlands. The business has built a strong reputation for quality, safety and long‑term client relationships, delivering scaffolding solutions to major housebuilders and construction contractors. With owned equipment, experienced CISRS‑qualified teams and a structured commercial function, the company is stable, growing and professionally run.

Why join them

This Estimator role offers genuine progression, autonomy and reward. You will be trusted to run tenders end to end, supported by experienced directors and strong operational teams. The bonus and salary progression are clearly defined, realistic and directly linked to performance, making this an attractive long‑term move for a commercially minded Estimator looking to step into a senior, influential position.

Hybrid working is available once training is complete, and the business invests properly in tools, systems and people.

About the role

As a Scaffolding Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate, compliant and competitive quotations across a range of residential and construction projects. This is a hands‑on Estimator position with involvement in client engagement, bid strategy and commercial decision‑making, rather than just pricing from behind a desk.

You will work closely with clients, suppliers and internal teams to ensure tenders are commercially sound, well presented and delivered on time. The role also suits an Estimator who enjoys developing relationships and contributing to business growth.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing detailed scaffolding estimates and quotations
• Reviewing drawings, scopes and tender documentation
• Carrying out site visits where required
• Pricing labour, materials, design and hire durations
• Ensuring compliance with TG20:21 and NASC guidance
• Submitting tenders and following up with clients
• Managing and pricing variations to works
• Supporting pre‑ and post‑tender discussions
• Maintaining accurate tender records using StrikeSoft
• Developing relationships with clients and key contacts

Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information