Upfront Recruitment

Roofing and Cladding Estimator Salary and Package: Up to 70,000 per annum depending on experience, bonus scheme, company pension, 5.6 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays, birthday off every year, additional time off between Christmas and New Year, early finish on Fridays, training and development opportunities, career progression, employee discounts, free onsite parking, weekly food shop and snacks, regular team socials, company golf days, charity events and a friendly, supportive working environment. Location: Waltham Abbey, Essex Full-time, Permanent Position About the Company This well-established specialist contractor delivers high-quality hard metal roofing, cladding, fa ade and flat roofing systems across a diverse range of commercial construction projects. With an excellent reputation for technical expertise, quality workmanship and long-standing client relationships, the business continues to secure prestigious projects throughout the UK. Why Join Them This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Roofing and Cladding Estimator to join a respected contractor with a strong order book and long-term workload. You'll become part of a knowledgeable and supportive team where your expertise will be recognised, with opportunities to further develop your technical skills and progress your career. The business takes pride in delivering high-quality projects and investing in its people, offering an excellent working environment alongside a comprehensive benefits package. About the Role As a Roofing and Cladding Estimator , you will be responsible for preparing detailed and competitive tenders for specialist roofing and cladding projects valued between 200,000 and 4 million. The Roofing and Cladding Estimator will review enquiry documents, interpret technical specifications and produce accurate cost estimates across a wide variety of roofing and fa ade systems. Working closely with the Estimating Director and wider technical team, the Roofing and Cladding Estimator will play an important role in securing new business while supporting successful project delivery. This Roofing and Cladding Estimator position is based from the Waltham Abbey office. Key responsibilities include: Preparing accurate tenders from construction drawings and client specifications. Producing quantity take-offs using construction drawings and Bluebeam software. Preparing detailed scope mark-ups and pricing schedules. Calculating labour, material and preliminary costs. Completing client bills of quantities. Preparing and submitting competitive tender bids. Researching material, labour and equipment costs. Attending client meetings and negotiating tender submissions. Developing and maintaining strong client relationships. Assisting with supplier and subcontractor enquiries and quotations. Supporting the preparation of technical submittals for secured projects. Attending project handover meetings with commercial, design and management teams. Maintaining accurate tender records, RFIs and submission documentation. Providing support to the design department where required. Reporting directly to the Estimating Director on technical and commercial matters before tender submission. The successful candidate should have strong experience estimating specialist roofing and cladding projects and be confident working across a range of systems, including: Flat roofing systems from manufacturers such as Bauder, Radmat, IKO, Axter and Kemper. Inverted hot melt roofing systems. Ballasted, paved, green and blue roof systems. Single-ply warm roof systems. Tapered insulation schemes. Three-layer felt warm roof systems. Cold-applied liquid waterproofing systems. CWCT aluminium rainscreen cladding systems. SFS lightweight framing systems including Metsec and EOS. Cavity barriers and fire barrier systems. Non-combustible cladding solutions for buildings over 18 metres. U-value requirements and thermal calculations. You should also be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and ideally Bluebeam, with excellent communication skills and the confidence to build lasting relationships with clients, suppliers and colleagues. Summary This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Roofing and Cladding Estimator to join a highly regarded specialist contractor working on technically challenging projects across the roofing and fa ade sector. Offering a salary of up to 65,000, an excellent benefits package and genuine long-term career prospects, this role would suit someone looking to build a lasting career within a professional and supportive business. Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information.

Fa ade Estimator Salary and Package: Up to 70,000 per annum depending on experience, bonus scheme, company pension, 5.6 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays, birthday off, additional time off between Christmas and New Year, early finish on Fridays, training and development, career progression, employee discounts, free onsite parking, weekly food shop and snacks, regular team socials and golf days. Location: Waltham Abbey, Essex (Office based with the opportunity for occasional home working for the right person) Full-time, Permanent Position About the Company This established specialist contractor delivers high-quality fa ade, rainscreen cladding, structural framing, hard metal roofing and flat roofing packages on projects across a wide range of sectors. Known for technical expertise, quality workmanship and long-term client relationships, the business has built an excellent reputation within the specialist fa ade industry. Why Join Them This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Fa ade Estimator looking to join a stable and respected contractor with a strong pipeline of work. The company offers a supportive working environment where technical expertise is valued, alongside genuine opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression. You'll be part of a collaborative team working on prestigious projects while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and a positive workplace culture. About the Role As a Fa ade Estimator , you will play a key role in preparing competitive and accurate tenders for major construction projects, including high-value contracts with Tier 1 contractors. The Fa ade Estimator will work closely with the Estimating Director, suppliers and internal teams to ensure every submission is commercially robust and technically compliant. This Fa ade Estimator position offers involvement from initial enquiry through to successful project handover, providing variety and responsibility across every stage of the tender process. The successful Fa ade Estimator will be based from the Waltham Abbey office, with occasional home working available for the right candidate. Key responsibilities include: Preparing accurate and detailed tender submissions for specialist fa ade and cladding projects. Producing quantity take-offs and scope mark-ups from construction drawings using Bluebeam. Calculating labour, material, overhead and preliminary costs using Excel estimating spreadsheets. Providing value engineering solutions where appropriate. Completing client bills of quantities and pricing schedules. Obtaining quotations from manufacturers and suppliers. Coordinating U-value and condensation risk calculation enquiries. Reviewing tender documentation, specifications, attendances and project requirements. Identifying programme-related commercial risks. Attending client meetings both in person and via Microsoft Teams. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, suppliers and key stakeholders. Supporting detailed project handovers to commercial, design and operational teams. Maintaining accurate tender records, supplier quotations, RFIs and tender documentation. Assisting with subcontract enquiries and technical submissions. Reporting directly to the Estimating Director and senior leadership before tender submissions. To be successful, you should have strong estimating experience within specialist fa ade or cladding systems and demonstrate knowledge of: Aluminium, composite, timber, cementitious and terracotta-style rainscreen cladding systems. Structural framing systems including Metsec and similar manufacturers. Cavity barrier systems including Siderise, Tenmat and Rockwool. Helping hand bracket and rail systems such as Nvelope, Plastestrip and Downer. Non-combustible fa ade systems. Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. Knowledge of traditional long-strip standing seam cladding systems would be beneficial but is not essential, as training can be provided. Summary This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Fa ade Estimator to join a respected specialist contractor delivering technically challenging projects with an established client base. Offering a competitive salary of up to 70,000, an excellent benefits package and genuine long-term career prospects, this role is ideal for someone looking to develop their career within a professional and supportive environment. Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information.