The Roofing Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for roofing projects. This role involves analysing tender documents, performing quantity take-offs, liaising with suppliers/subcontractors, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure bids align with project requirements and company objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Tender Analysis and Preparation
- Review tender documents to understand scope, specifications, and contractual requirements
- Identify risks, discrepancies or missing information and escalate to senior team members
- Conduct site visits (as needed) to assess project conditions and constraints
Cost Estimation
- Perform detailed quantity take-offs from drawings using estimating software (Planswift/ Bluebeam)
- Prepare cost plans, including labour, materials, plant and subcontractor costs
- Source and compare subcontractor/ supplier quotes, ensuring alignment with project scope
- Input and maintain data in estimating software
- Assist in compiling compliant tender submissions within client deadlines
- Support value engineering efforts by proposing cost-saving alternatives
- Collaborate with contracts/ project teams to ensure bid feasibility and resource availability Post-submission and Handover
- Assist in post-tender client meetings or clarifications
- Contribute to handover documentation for successful projects
- Participate in post-project reviews to compare estimated versus actual costs Team Collaboration
- Work with senior estimators, project managers and supply chain teams
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of material prices, industry trends and construction methods Qualifications and Skills Essential
- Construction-related qualification (e.g. HNC, degree or equivalent experience)
- 2+ years in estimating in roofing
- Proficiency in take-offs, cost planning and estimating software
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Valid driver's license (for site visits)
Contact David at PPM Recruitment on 0121 580 8950