Flat Roofing Estimator
Professional Technical Jobs ⫽ Estimator
Waltham Abbey, Essex
£60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Permanent, Full time
Job description
A leading specialist metal roofing and cladding contractor is currently seeking an experienced Flat Roofing Estimator. This role involves working on a variety of high-profile projects ranging from £50k to £4M+.
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 per annum
Hours: 08:00 - 17:00 (Monday - Friday)
Location: Essex (Office-based with potential for occasional WFH)
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare detailed tenders and undertake accurate take-offs from construction drawings.
- Calculate competitive rates including labour, material costs, and preliminary items.
- Populate client Bills of Quantities and pricing schedules.
- Utilize Bluebeam software to prepare scope marked-up drawings and estimates.
- Research and negotiate costs for materials, equipment, and sub-contractor labour.
- Attend site meetings to negotiate best prices and understand project requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of tender submissions, RFI's, and queries.
- Ensure all bids for projects over 18m comply with non-combustible cladding and fire barrier regulations.
- Conduct professional handover meetings with surveying, design, and management teams.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as an Estimator specializing in Flat Roofing systems.
- Deep technical knowledge of systems including: Bauder, Radmat, IKO, and Kemper.
- Experience with Inverted hotmelt, Single ply warm roofs, Tapered insulation, Three-layer felt, and Cold applied liquids.
- Proficiency in Bluebeam, Excel, and Microsoft Office.
- Strong understanding of target U-values and non-combustible cladding solutions.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to interpret complex architectural and structural drawings.
Package:
- Competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000.
- Potential for occasional home working for the right candidate.
- Opportunity to work for a market leader with a strong project pipeline.
- Professional development and a supportive team environment.
If you are interested, please send your CV for consideration.
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