Estimator

Estimator 

Location: Manchester (Primarily Office Based with Occasional Site Visits)

Salary: Competitive - Dependent on Experience (Senior or Mid-Level)

Sector: Industrial Roofing / Facilities Management (FM)

Reports To: Divisional Manager

About the Company:

Our client is a well-established construction and maintenance contractor based in Manchester, operating across a diverse portfolio of projects. Their Roofing Division delivers high-quality solutions for major national brands, industrial units, and retail stores. With projects ranging in size from minor reactive works to multi-million-pound refurbishments, the business is continuing to grow and is looking for a dynamic Estimator to join the team.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Estimator from either an industrial roofing or facilities management (FM) background. This role will be predominantly office-based in Manchester, with occasional site visits to assess project requirements and scope of works.

Depending on the level of experience, this position can be offered at Senior or Mid-Level:

Senior Estimator: Will oversee a small team (approx. 8) including Junior Estimators and support staff.

Mid-Level Estimator: Will focus on producing accurate and timely estimates without team leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare detailed cost estimates and tenders for roofing projects from £600 to £3.5 million in value.

Review and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and contracts.

Collaborate with site managers, surveyors, and project teams to determine project needs.

Conduct site visits as required to assess project scope and challenges.

Engage with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.

Maintain strong relationships with clients including high street retailers, industrial property owners, and principal/main contractors.

Act as key estimator for larger works such as re-roofing, façade remediation, and over-cladding.

Ensure tender deadlines are met with high-quality, commercially competitive submissions.

For Senior Estimator roles:
Lead and mentor a team of up to 8 junior staff and Quantity Surveyors.

Oversee smaller works, drainage, and guttering estimates handled by junior QSs.

Project Types & Clients:

Projects range from minor call-outs and reactive maintenance to full-scale industrial roofing refurbishments.

Clients include:
National high-street retailers (large-format stores)

Industrial units (acting as Principal Contractor)

Tier 1 and SME main contractors (acting as Subcontractor)

Requirements:

Essential:

Proven experience as an Estimator within industrial roofing, cladding, or FM.

Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications.

Strong commercial acumen and attention to detail.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

UK driving license (for occasional site visits).

Desirable:

Experience leading or mentoring a team (for Senior Estimator roles).

Experience estimating façade remediation and over-cladding works.

Knowledge of JCT contracts.

What's on Offer:

Competitive salary package (commensurate with experience).

Clear progression route (into leadership or broader commercial roles).

Stable, growing business with a strong client base and pipeline of work.

Supportive office environment with a blend of autonomy and collaboration