Senior Estimator - Flat Roofing

Henley Chase; Greater London; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£75,000 salary

£5,000 car allowance

Discretionary annual bonus

8% pension

Private healthcare after probation

Job summary

Henley Chase is seeking a Senior Estimator for their flat roofing division. You will manage tenders from enquiry through submission, ensuring accurate, competitive pricing and adherence to deadlines.

The role requires 10+ years of estimating experience with senior-level background, strong flat roofing knowledge, and proven tendering for Tier 1 contractors. Office-based with HQ commutable access.

Qualifications

• 10+ years estimating experience, including senior level responsibilities.
• Strong background in tendering for Tier 1 contractors.
• Solid knowledge of flat roofing.
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate tenders from enquiry to submission.
• Review drawings, specs, scopes and contracts.
• Carrying out quantity take-offs and measurements.
• Price labour, materials, plant and subcontract packages.
• Tender for Tier 1 contractors and clients.
• Obtain competitive quotations from suppliers/subcontractors.
• Identify commercial risks, opportunities and issues.
• Prepare tender submissions and supporting docs.
• Collaborate with commercial and operations teams.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and tender information.
• Ensure tenders are submitted on time.

Skills

Tendering

Flat roofing

Take-off software

Excel

Attention to detail

Multi-tender management

Tools

Take-off software

Job description

Senior Estimator - Flat Roofing

Salary: £75,000 + Discretionary Bonus

Car Allowance: £5,000

Pension: 8%

Private Healthcare: After successful completion of probation

Location: Office-based / commutable to HQ

The Role

An established and successful construction business is looking for an experienced Senior Estimator to join their team.

This is a senior position suited to an experienced estimator with a strong background in flat roofing, tendering and working with major Tier 1 contractors.

You will be responsible for managing tenders from initial enquiry through to submission, ensuring accurate, competitive and commercially sound pricing.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate and competitive tenders from enquiry through to submission.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, scopes and contract documentation.
• Carrying out detailed quantity take-offs and measurements.
• Pricing labour, materials, plant and subcontract packages.
• Tendering for major Tier 1 contractors and construction clients.
• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations.
• Identifying commercial risks, opportunities and potential project issues.
• Preparing tender submissions and supporting documentation.
• Working closely with commercial and operational teams.
• Maintaining accurate estimating records and tender information.
• Ensuring tenders are submitted accurately and within deadlines.

Requirements

• 10+ years' estimating experience, including at least 3 years at Senior Estimator level.
• Proven experience tendering for Tier 1 contractors, such as Bovis/Lendlease, Mace, Skanska, Sir Robert McAlpine, Wates, Multiplex or similar.
• Strong knowledge and experience within flat roofing.
• Landscaping experience or knowledge would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of JCT Design & Build subcontracts.
• Confident using take-off software.
• Strong Excel, Word and Outlook skills.
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines effectively.
• Must be able to commute to the company's HQ.

Package

• £75,000 salary
• £5,000 car allowance
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 8% pension
• Private healthcare after probation
• Opportunity to join an established and successful business with a strong track record