Roofing Estimator – Refurbishment Division
Location: Milton Keynes with travel as required
Salary: £40,000 – £60,000
Benefits: Pension scheme, long service reward programme
A well‑established construction business is looking for an experienced Roofing Estimator to join its refurbishment division. The company delivers a wide range of pitched and flat roofing projects and is expanding into solar installations, so experience in solar estimating is a strong advantage. This is a key role focused on producing accurate tenders, supporting operations, and helping secure new work.
Role Overview
As the Roofing Estimator, you will prepare detailed and competitive cost estimates for refurbishment roofing projects. You will work closely with clients, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure clear communication, accurate pricing, and high‑quality tender submissions. Reporting to the Refurbishment Operations Manager, you will support tender negotiations and ensure all estimates meet both commercial targets and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Estimating and Tendering
- Produce accurate cost estimates for pitched and flat roofing projects
- Review tender documents and define project scope clearly
- Attend site visits to gather technical information
- Prepare bills of quantities, schedules of rates, and material take offs
- Follow up on tenders to build relationships and identify future opportunities
- Support solar estimating when required
Client and Supplier Engagement
- Obtain competitive pricing from subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers
- Negotiate costs to ensure accurate and competitive tenders
- Provide technical advice on roofing systems and materials
- Build strong relationships with clients to understand requirements
Technical Knowledge
- Strong understanding of pitched and flat roofing materials, systems, and installation methods
- Awareness of new roofing technologies and industry best practice
- Understanding of frameworks, CIF funding and portal submissions
- Knowledge of PAS2030 and solar installations is an advantage
Team Collaboration
- Work with Operations Managers to deliver accurate tenders on time
- Support junior team members where required
- Produce tenders that align with profit targets and internal standards
- Use estimating software Swiftest preferred and ERP systems
Project Support
- Provide updated cost information to Project and Contracts Managers
- Review post tender results to improve future estimating performance
Key Skills and Experience
Qualifications
- Roofing or construction qualification NVQ, HNC or HND preferred
- CSCS card beneficial
Experience
- Minimum 5 years estimating experience within the roofing sector
- Strong experience in refurbishment, pitched, and flat roofing projects
- Comfortable working with clients, suppliers, and manufacturers
- Solar estimating experience highly advantageous
- ERP system experience beneficial
Skills
- Strong technical understanding of roofing systems and materials
- Confident negotiation skills
- Proficient in estimating software Swiftest preferred
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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