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Our client is one of the UK's leading Façade / Envelope contractors and they are looking to recruit a Senior Facades Estimator to join their award-winning team.

Day to day duties include preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for façade projects, ensuring they align with company objectives and client expectations. You will collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to develop comprehensive pricing strategies and tender submissions.

Key Responsibilities of the role include

Lead the preparation of estimates and tenders for façade projects, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.
Interpret architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents to prepare detailed costings.
Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering solutions in façade design and installation.
Engage with supply chain partners to obtain competitive quotes and ensure cost-effective procurement.
Work closely with the commercial and pre-construction teams to develop bid strategies.
Attend client meetings, design reviews, and tender interviews to support business development.
Maintain an up-to-date understanding of market trends, material costs, and subcontractor rates.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in cost planning.
Support junior estimators and contribute to continuous improvement in estimating processes. Key Requirements of the role include

Minimum 5+ years' experience in façade estimating, ideally within curtain walling, cladding, or glazing.
Strong technical knowledge of façade systems, materials, and installation methods.
Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., Bluebeam, Excel, Causeway, or similar).
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines effectively.
Strong communication and negotiation skills for supplier and client engagement.
Experience working on large-scale commercial or infrastructure projects is advantageous.On offer

Basic salary to £75k
Company car + fuel
Bonus
Health care
Pension scheme