Roofing Estimator
Horsham, West Sussex
£45,000-£60,000 DOE + Bonus | Full-Time | Permanent
MUST DRIVE | PITCHED & FLAT ROOFING EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL | ESTIMATING EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Hunters' client is a growing commercial roofing and refurbishment contractor looking for an experienced Roofing Estimator to join their team.
This is an estimating-led role, with responsibility for pricing and winning commercial roofing projects before overseeing their successful delivery.
The Role
Attend sites to survey, measure and establish the full scope of works.
Review drawings, specifications and tender documents and identify project requirements.
Prepare accurate and commercially competitive tenders and quotations.
Obtain and assess supplier and subcontractor prices and build accurate project costs.
Liaise directly with clients, suppliers and subcontractors throughout the tender process.
Follow up tenders, negotiate where required and support business development.
Monitor costs, variations, programmes and progress through to completion. About You
Proven roofing estimating experience within commercial construction or refurbishment.
Strong knowledge of both pitched and flat roofing is essential.
Commercially minded with a good understanding of labour, materials and subcontractor costs.
Confident reading drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
Strong communication and negotiation skills.
Organised, self-motivated and able to manage multiple tenders and projects.
Full UK driving licence and comfortable travelling to sites across the South East. What's On Offer?
Bonus scheme and potential profit sharing.
Training and ongoing development.
Free on-site parking.
Genuine opportunity to progress as the business grows.
A varied role with significant autonomy and direct client involvement. If you're an experienced roofing estimator who wants more involvement in the projects you price — rather than simply handing them over once won — this could be an excellent opportunity
