SENIOR FACADES ESTIMATOR

Bridge Recruitment Services Ltd - Perm; Essex; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Senior Facades Estimator to prepare accurate cost estimates for fa ade projects. Collaborating with internal teams and suppliers, the role entails leading tender submissions, interpreting engineering drawings, and ensuring compliance with company objectives. Candidates should possess substantial experience in fa ade estimating, strong technical knowledge, and excellent analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in fa ade estimating, ideally in curtain walling, cladding, or glazing.
• Strong technical knowledge of fa ade systems and installation methods.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of estimates and tenders for fa ade projects, ensuring competitiveness.
• Interpret architectural and engineering drawings for detailed costings.
• Engage with supply chain partners to obtain competitive quotes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Minimum 5+ years experience in fa ade estimating

Technical knowledge of fa ade systems

Tools

Estimating software (Bluebeam, Excel, Causeway)

Job description

As a Senior Facades Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for fa ade projects, ensuring they align with company objectives and client expectations. You will collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to develop comprehensive pricing strategies and tender submissions.

Key Responsibilities of the role include

• Lead the preparation of estimates and tenders for fa ade projects, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.
• Interpret architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents to prepare detailed costings.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions in fa ade design and installation.
• Engage with supply chain partners to obtain competitive quotes and ensure cost-effective procurement.
• Work closely with the commercial and pre-construction teams to develop bid strategies.
• Attend client meetings, design reviews, and tender interviews to support business development.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of market trends, material costs, and subcontractor rates.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in cost planning.
• Support junior estimators and contribute to continuous improvement in estimating processes.

Key Requirements of the role include

• Minimum 5+ years experience in fa ade estimating, ideally within curtain walling, cladding, or glazing.
• Strong technical knowledge of fa ade systems, materials, and installation methods.
• Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, Excel, Causeway, or similar).
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines effectively.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills for supplier and client engagement.
• Experience working on large-scale commercial or infrastructure projects is advantageous.