Roofing Estimator

My client is a major national roofing and cladding contractor operating across the UK with eight regional branches. Headquartered in Hereford, they work with a diverse range of clients in the public and private sectors, delivering complex and innovative projects across healthcare, education, residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. A key focus for my client is maximizing social value, aiming to improve building performance and positively impact the surrounding communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting surveys
• Communication
• Achieving Results
• Analytical Thinking
• Business Development
• Building Relationships
• Planning & Organising
• Leadership
• Technical Expertise
• Project and Change Management

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• In addition to the functions detailed below, employees are required to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required
• Attend site meetings as necessary.
• Analyse tender documentation, including drawings and technical specifications, to prepare accurate estimates.
• Liaise with subcontractors and suppliers to discuss estimates and resolve any queries.
• Communicate effectively with potential clients, colleagues, and suppliers to arrange site visits and measurements.
• Travel to various job sites around the Bristol area to gather essential information on material needs, labour requirements, and other relevant factors.
• Identify and quantify all cost factors, including production time, raw materials, equipment, and labour expenses.
• Analyse quotes from subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive and accurate pricing.
• Prepare and submit tenders and quotations in a timely manner.
• Provide a clear and concise handover of successful projects to the construction team.
• Obtain quotations from third-party providers such as scaffolders, builders, and M&E contractors.
• Develop Programmes of Work.
• Price all Variation Orders (VOs).
• Update accounts promptly as and when VOs are instructed.
• Provide support to the Procurement department and assist with any related enquiries.
• Prepare information for Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) and submit them to clients.
• Present departmental updates during Planning Meetings on a periodic basis.
• As part of this role, travel to a regional office may be required on occasion, in addition to site visits and surveys across the Bristol area.

• Proven experience in managing projects within the construction or a related industry.
• Strong working knowledge of surveying, estimating, contract conditions, relevant regulations, programme and risk management, and cost control.
• A full UK Driving License is essential.
• Demonstrable previous experience in surveying and estimating.
• Ability to effectively prioritise workload to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in IT systems and software relevant to the role.
• While not essential, possession of the following qualifications/certificates would be advantageous: SMSTS, CSCS Card, 1st Aid at Work, Working at height, Hot Works, CISRS Scaffold Inspection, FASET Netting Inspection, and Asbestos Awareness. Training for these may be provided.

Personal Attributes

• Comfortable working at height.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage workload effectively to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates flexibility, versatility, initiative, drive, and the ability to achieve targets.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with a wide range of contacts.
• Capable of working autonomously and flexibly, adapting to business needs.