Junior Estimator - Roofing Systems

ZipRecruiter; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment service is looking for a Junior Estimator for roofing systems in Exeter. The role involves handling various roofing projects, reviewing tenders, client liaison, and producing quotations. Ideal candidates should be Excel savvy and possess excellent communication and numerical skills. The position offers a salary between £25,000 and £35,000 with benefits including a company vehicle, NEST pension, and 20 days annual leave.

Benefits

Company vehicle

NEST pension

20 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Must be Excel savvy.
• Ideally will have some experience within an estimating environment.
• Ideally will have experience within the roofing market sector.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Strong numerical skills.
• IT literate (Microsoft Office, particularly Excel).
• Confident and articulate individual.

Responsibilities

• Dealing with a range of roofing services across sectors.
• Reviewing tender enquiries to understand project requirements.
• Liaising with clients for additional information.
• Obtaining competitive prices from suppliers.
• Producing formal quotations.
• Keeping documentation of tenders and quotations.
• Maintaining relationships with contractors and vendors.
• Prioritising workload to meet deadlines.
• Estimating for projects up to £1m.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Experience in estimating

Experience in roofing market

Excellent written communication

Strong numerical skills

IT literacy

Confidence in communication

Job description

Overview

Job title: Junior Estimator – Roofing Systems. Location: Exeter. Salary: £25,000 - £35,000. Schedule: 08:00 – 17:00, Monday – Friday (some flexibility). Benefits: Company vehicle, NEST pension & 20 days annual leave.

Responsibilities

• Junior Estimator position dealing with a range of roofing services across industrial, commercial and residential sectors such as: flat roofing, pitched roofing, metal & zinc roofing, lead roofing, green roofs and roof repairs
• Reviewing tender enquiries to gain an understanding of project requirements
• Liaising with clients to acquire any additional information required
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain competitive prices
• Producing formal quotations to clients
• Keep good documentation of tenders and quotations on internal database
• Build and maintain relationships with contractors and vendors
• Prioritising workload to ensure deadlines are met
• Estimating for projects ranging in value up to circa £1m

Qualifications / Skills

• Must be Excel savvy
• Ideally will have some experience within an estimating environment
• Ideally will have experience within the roofing market sector
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong numerical skills
• IT literate (Microsoft Office, particularly Excel)
• Confident and articulate individual