Roofing Estimator

Bennett And Game Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established roofing contractor seeks a dedicated Roofing Estimator to join their team in Preston. This role involves preparing detailed cost estimates and conducting site visits for refurbishment and maintenance projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in felt roofing and experience with liquid systems and cladding, contributing to high-quality workmanship in a stable, friendly working environment.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme (up to 10% of salary)

Company pension scheme

Free parking

Pool vehicle provided for site visits

Office-based, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Qualifications

• Proven experience in roofing estimation, particularly felt roofing.
• Experience with liquid applied roofing systems and cladding is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for roofing projects.
• Conduct site visits to measure works and gather project information.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal teams for smooth project planning.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisation

Measurement skills

Job description

Our client, a well-established roofing contractor, is seeking a Roofing Estimator to join their team based in Preston. Operating in a close-knit environment of around 20 employees, the company specialises in refurbishment and maintenance projects, with a focus on quality workmanship and long-term client relationships.

This is a key role for an experienced estimator with felt roofing knowledge and ideally experience in liquid systems and cladding. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working both in the office and independently on-site, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

• Annual bonus scheme (up to 10% of salary)
• Company pension scheme
• Free parking
• Pool vehicle provided for site visits
• Office-based, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates for roofing projects
• Conduct site visits to measure works and gather project information
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure smooth project planning
• Work on refurbishment-focused projects across felt, liquid, and cladding systems
• Review drawings, specifications, and site conditions to inform pricing
• Ensure clear communication of key project details across the business
• Maintain up-to-date cost databases and supplier pricing
• Proven experience in roofing estimation, particularly felt roofing
• Experience with liquid applied roofing systems and cladding (advantageous)
• Comfortable with on-site measuring and survey work
• Strong communication and organisation skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy in pricing
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience in refurbishment project environments (advantageous)

This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, small team and contribute to the delivery of high-quality roofing projects in a stable and growing company.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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