Façades Estimator | Hybrid, Training & Progression

Energy Jobline CVL; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Training & progression

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is supporting an established façade specialist in recruiting an Estimator to price rainscreen cladding, render and associated works from enquiry to submission.

You will read architectural drawings, prepare detailed take-offs and build up competitive cost estimates, working with design, commercial and operations teams to ensure bids are buildable and compliant.

The role offers hybrid working, with a clear progression path and ongoing training within a growing business.

Qualifications

• Proven estimating experience in façades or building envelope
• Ability to read architectural drawings and specifications
• Strong numerical and cost estimation skills
• Experience with tenders and value engineering

Responsibilities

• Review tender documents, drawings and specifications to understand scope, risk and programme
• Carry out detailed take-offs and build up cost estimates for rainscreen cladding, render, windows and associated works
• Get and compare quotes from manufacturers, suppliers and subcontractors
• Price labour, materials, access, plant and preliminaries
• Assess fire performance and Building Safety Act requirements on new build and recladding projects
• Suggest value engineering options and alternative systems or materials
• Prepare clear tender submissions, including qualifications, exclusions and clarifications
• Liaise with main contractors, architects and consultants
• Attend tender review and handover meetings, and pass successful projects to the delivery team
• Keep pricing data, supplier records and cost benchmarks up to date

Skills

Estimating

Façades

Reading drawings

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Tender submission

Education

Quantity Surveying or related qualification

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Energy Jobline CVL is supporting an established façade specialist in recruiting an Estimator to price rainscreen cladding, render and associated works from enquiry to submission.

You will read architectural drawings, prepare detailed take-offs and build up competitive cost estimates, working with design, commercial and operations teams to ensure bids are buildable and compliant.

The role offers hybrid working, with a clear progression path and ongoing training within a growing business.