Estimator

Location - Manchester

Salary/Package - £55,000 - £70,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Our client is a leading nationwide façade contractor specialising in façade remediation and large-scale new-build projects across the UK. Delivering complete building envelope solutions, they work on complex residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, providing expertise in cladding, brick slips, external wall insulation (EWI), rendering, steel framing systems, glazing, and curtain walling.

Working as both a Principal Contractor and Specialist Subcontractor, the business has established an excellent reputation for delivering technically challenging façade schemes in line with the latest building safety regulations. With a strong pipeline of remediation and new-build projects, continued growth has created an exciting opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join their pre-construction team in Manchester.

As Estimator, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing accurate and competitive estimates for façade and building envelope projects

• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation

• Producing detailed quantity take-offs, cost plans, and pricing schedules

• Obtaining and evaluating quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors

• Preparing comprehensive tender submissions within required deadlines

• Identifying value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions

• Assessing commercial and technical risks throughout the tender process

• Attending tender adjudication meetings and supporting bid strategy

• Working closely with the commercial, design, and operational teams throughout the pre-construction phase

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors

• Supporting successful project handovers to the commercial and delivery teams following contract award

The successful Estimator will have:

• Proven experience as an Estimator within the construction industry

• Experience within façades, cladding, remediation, external wall insulation (EWI), glazing, curtain walling, or the wider building envelope sector would be highly advantageous

• Alternatively, estimating experience with a Main Contractor delivering major construction projects will also be considered

• Strong understanding of construction methods, estimating principles, and procurement

• Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills

• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications

• Strong negotiation and communication skills

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and estimating software

• A proactive, organised, and commercially driven approach

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline would be advantageous

• Competitive basic salary of £55,000 - £70,000

• Attractive benefits package

• Opportunity to join a market-leading façade contractor

• Exposure to high-profile remediation and new-build projects across the UK

• Long-term career progression within a growing pre-construction team

• Ongoing professional development and training

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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