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Title: Estimator Location: Bristol Flex working: 4 days office based, Fridays at home (optional) Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 + package Sector: Roofing & Cladding contracts Start Date: ASAP The Company: Our client is a highly sought after leading specialist Roofing and Cladding contractor working with the leading Tier 1 and Tier 2 main contractors on large flagship new build projects. The business has a loyal and robust client based and is experiencing a period of growth - looking to expand. Estimator - The Role: A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join the team based from the office in the Bristol office with 1 day WFH. You will be responsible for hands on Estimating on a range of tenders across sectors on roofing and cladding contracts, typically to £9m in value. Typical duties and responsibilities include: Provide best net cost (supported by market pricing) estimates in a timely and organised manner. Meet tender return deadlines. On receipt of a tender consult with the pre-construction team to assess suitability of the tender and agree whether to provide a bid or decline Maintain Estimating resource schedules. Agree the bid strategy with the bid team including potential value engineering, the structure of the tender return and important dates for completion of individual tasks.Attend weekly bid team meetings and provide support to the team as required. Prepare bills of quantities. Agree the tender list with the bid team and send out enquiries with sufficient time for the sub-contractors to provide quotations. Fully understand site conditions and constraints. Engage with the sub-contractors through the tender period to ascertain any potential opportunities within the bid along with chasing up tenders to make sure they are received. Prepare prelims book in conjunction with Operations team lead. Seek opportunities in estimate to provide competitive edge and/or maximise margin Present fully considered estimate at tender adjudication including all supply chain quotations, comparisons etc. Make all necessary changes agreed at the tender adjudication and collate the bid together for final sign off Senior Estimator - The Person You will have solid Estimating experience with a specialist roofing & cladding contractor or a genera main contractor Demonstrable experience of Estimating on ranger of different projects and sectors/technologies Experience pricing jobs in excess of £5m packages Experience across sectors including residential and commercial A good track record of winning tenders on projects with a good level of profitability. Commutable to the Bristol office without relocation. The Reward: Competitive salary Car or allowance Company benefits package Varied projects and tenders Continued local work within the South West region. Please contact Foresight Search for more information on this, or any other vacancy (phone number removed)

Title: Senior Estimator - Location: Bristol (North East) Salary: £70,000 to £75,000 + car allownace + benefits Sector: Specialist sub-contractor, Carpentry, Roofing Start Date: ASAP Senior Estimator - The Role: Our client is a highly successful and fast growing specialist contractor with an established reputation across the South West market and beyond. Typical projects are for Tier 1 main contractors on large scale roofing and carpentry packages as part of major new build developements. Projects vary from £100k - £6.5m+. Typical Duties & Responsabilities: Review project plans and specifications to understand the scope of work. Prepare detailed cost estimates by analysing labour, materials, equipment, and overhead costs. Responsable for take off's and measuring Collaborate with project managers and Directors to ensure all aspects of the project are considered in the estimation process. Conduct site visits to assess conditions and gather relevant data for accurate estimations. Maintain a database of past projects and their costs for reference in future estimates. Monitor project budgets throughout the lifecycle of the project to ensure adherence to cost control measures. Provide recommendations for cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety standards. Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders regarding estimates and any potential changes. Senior Estimator- The Person You will have solid experience working for a specialist contractor or main contractor Experience pricing carpentry packages is beneficial Must have experience taking off and measuring Desire to progress career as Estimator Commutible daily to North East Bristol The Reward: £70-75k salary + £4k car allowance + benefits Company benefits package Varied projects across sectors Continued local work within the region Please contact Foresight Search for more information on this, or any other vacancy

Clarkson Owens Recruitment are working with a roofing contractor who are looking for an experienced, ambitious estimator to join their team. This organisation are growing and are looking for someone to develop and progress in their career with them. Ideal candidates will be experienced estimator comfortable pricing roofing projects. A competitive salary and package will be on offer for the right candidate.

Bennett & Game are proud to represent a highly experienced commercial roofing and cladding specialist based in Greater London. Established in 1979, our client has built over 45 years of expertise with a close-knit team of around 25 industry professionals delivering projects across London and the South of England. With annual turnover between 8 million and 10 million, the company consistently secures high-value contracts. Their project portfolio spans re-roofing existing commercial and industrial buildings, heritage-sensitive restorations like the Barnes Methodist Church slate roof with integrated photovoltaic panels, large-scale refurbishments, and sustainable rooftop solutions including green, white, and solar-integrated systems that turn unused rooftop space into revenue-generating assets. Technically proficient throughout the process, the firm is committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Recent initiatives include expanding industrial roof refurbishment capabilities and enhancing training budgets to drive excellence. Are you a driven estimator ready to influence commercial roofing outcomes through precise, cost-effective bids? If you are keen to shape the tender process and contribute to business success within a skilled and established team, this could be the role for you. Senior Estimator Salary & Benefits Salary: 60k - 80k Company Car or Car Allowance 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Hybrid Working Quarterly Team Away Days Free Parking Retail discount package 200 annual wellbeing allowance + additional wellbeing time Senior Estimator Job Overview Prepare detailed cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and bid submissions for commercial roofing and refurbishment contracts Conduct site surveys and analyse tender documentation, drawings, and specifications Develop professional proposals and presentations to support tender success Identify value-engineering and cost-saving opportunities while maintaining system integrity Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers to enhance bidding capability Provide internal reporting on bid pipeline, margins, and performance against targets Senior Estimator Job Requirements Must have proven experience in the roofing sector. Technical knowledge of flat roofing, pitched roofing, heritage roofing, lead and liquid-applied systems Strong commercial awareness, numerical accuracy, and attention to margin control Proficient in Microsoft Excel and take-off software Excellent communication skills for client liaison and supplier interaction Self-motivated with a methodical and structured work style Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel to site and client locations across London/South East Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.