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A well-established building envelope principal contractor are looking to appoint an Estimator to join a busy and growing team. This is a brilliant opportunity for an Estimator who enjoys fast paced tendering, variety of work, and the satisfaction of seeing projects move quickly from enquiry to delivery. The business delivers projects ranging from 25k to 20 million across the UK and has built a strong reputation through long-term client relationships, consistent quality and a practical, solutions-led approach. Based in a modern head office environment in Whiteley, you will play a key role in pricing, primarily, fa ade remediation projects typically between 1m and 20m, with a particular focus on flat roof refurbishment works. This role offers genuine visibility and impact. You will work closely with senior leadership and account management, giving you a clear voice in how work is priced, won and handed over. If you are looking for a company where good performance is recognised, where you can develop your estimating skillset, and where you can build a long-term career in a stable and supportive environment, this one is well worth a conversation. Estimator Salary & Benefits Salary: 55,000 to 80,000 Depending on experience Location: Whiteley (Head Office based role) 25-30 days holiday + Bank Holidays Hybrid Working Available Pension Scheme Company Bonus Scheme Critical illness cover Team Social Events Company events and supportive social environment Comprehensive in-house and external Training and Development Access to Udemy and training courses Charity Fundraising Days Office facilities including stocked kitchen and shower Estimator Job Overview Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for fa ade projects from 1m to 20m Produce competitive tenders, with a strong focus on flat roof refurbishment packages Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation to build clear pricing breakdowns Undertake site surveys to confirm scope, access requirements and site constraints Identify risk and opportunity, ensuring allowances are captured and submissions remain commercially viable Build strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain best value quotations Support account management with technical and commercial input, including attending meetings where required Ensure a smooth handover to operations following project award, supporting successful delivery Review outcomes against original estimates to improve accuracy and support continuous improvement Estimator Requirements Experience as an Estimator within construction, ideally within high-rise residential or facades Confident pricing works in the 1m to 20m range and producing successful tender submissions Able to complete site surveys and translate findings into accurate scope and costs Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail Confident communicator, comfortable working with senior stakeholders and operational teams Competent using Excel and estimating tools such as Causeway (or similar) Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Assistant Estimator Salary: Up to £45,000 + package Location: Erith, Greater London (office-based, 5 days a week) The Opportunity We're looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Estimator to join a leading specialist contractor based in Erith. With over 60 years' heritage in delivering dry lining, façades, glazing and architectural metalwork across the UK, this business thrives on technical quality, collaborative teamwork and long-term client partnerships making this an ideal environment to grow your commercial career. This is a progressive role well suited to someone with some estimating experience in any internal trade including M&E whether that's from a subcontractor, main contractor, or project/quantity surveying background. You'll work closely with an experienced commercial team, developing huge breadth of exposure across cost planning, tender preparation and pricing. About the Role What You'll Be Doing Working from the Erith head office, you will be an active member of the estimating team, supporting bids across a range of high-profile construction projects (internal finishes, façades, glazing and metalwork packages). You'll: Support pre-construction and tender submissions by preparing take-offs and costings. Collaborate with senior estimators to build competitive, accurate proposals. Analyse supplier pricing and market rates to optimise estimates. Learn to interpret specifications, drawings and schedules of works. Contribute to commercial risk analysis and value engineering discussions. This role is perfect for someone looking to accelerate their estimating capability and take on increasing responsibility in a supportive environment. About the Business Where You'll Be Working You'll be joining one of the UK's most established specialist contractors a business with a reputation for technical excellence in internal dry lining, external façades, glazing systems, metalwork and building envelope solutions. Trusted by major developers and contractors nationwide, the company combines deep craft expertise with a people-focused culture that nurtures growth and learning from day one. Their ethos emphasises quality, transparency, innovation and continuous improvement, with teams encouraged to build technical knowledge and take ownership as they develop professionally. Requirements & Rewards What You Need, and What You'll Get Back What you'll bring: Some estimating experience (any internal trade, including M&E, subcontractor or contractor background). Keen attention to detail, a strong work ethic and a desire to learn. Good communication and analytical skills. A relevant qualification (HNC/HND/degree) in construction, surveying or engineering is beneficial but not essential. What you'll get back: Up to £45,000 salary with a competitive benefits package. Full-time, office-based role in Erith (5 days per week). Genuine career progression with structured development and mentoring. Exposure to varied and technically engaging projects across multiple sectors. To Apply Interested? Apply directly via the job board or get in touch to find out more: Email: Send your CV to . co . uk (remove spaces) Call: Contact Alex on the number below LinkedIn: Connect with Alex Wallace and send a message Not sure if it's the perfect fit? No problem reach out and we'll talk it through. I'll always give you honest advice.

Estimator x 2 Essex Up to 80,000 Interior Dry Lining & Exterior Facades sub-contracts A highly successful leading sub-contractor known for their expertise in specialist sub-contract packages is seeking an experienced Estimator to oversee securing their projects. The company is well recognised for their ability to design, procure, and install a variety of interior systems for some of the most prestigious multi-million pound projects in London coupled with a wide range of facades and externals projects. As an Estimator you will be supporting and reporting to the Directors and pre-construction teams to ensure successful pricing of various commercial interiors projects. Therefore, your day to day responsibilities will vary from but are not limited to: - Reviewing the Tender documentation. - Developing the Tender design by proposing building details and construction methods. - Estimating the cost of the internal production activities. - Searching potential external suppliers. - Managing price requests to external suppliers. - Compiling the Tender submissions. - Monitoring Tenders after submission and respond to any further requests by the client. - Managing all communications with the client during the Tender process. The ideal Estimator will have graduated with at least an HND or equivalent qualification and some practical experience ideally exposure to a suitable specialist sub-contractor and preferably with experience of dry lining or partitions and curtain walling, cladding and roofing. You will have a focused attitude, and excellent communication skills and must be able to work as part of a team and possess a high level of motivation. The salary will be dependent and a product of experience. In return, the package will include a car allowance and additional benefits which will be negotiable. This is an amazing opportunity that cannot go unnoticed, if you are an individual who is keen to develop with one the leading contractors in the United Kingdom.

Estimator – Cladding & Roofing Job Title: Estimator – Cladding & Roofing Industry Sector: Senior Estimator, Estimator, Composite Panel, Rain Screen, Cladding, Facades, Roofing, Timber Cladding, Tensile Fabric, Brick Slip, Asbestos Over-Clads, Stone Cladding, Vinyl Cladding, Steel Cladding, Aluminium Cladding, Glazing, Roofing Location: Portsmouth (within commuting distance) Remuneration: £45,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience) + discretionary bonus Benefits: company car + full benefits package The role of the Estimator – Cladding & Roofing will involve: * Estimator position dealing with various cladding and flat roofing systems; rain screen, built up, metal sheeting, timber, metal profile, brick slips, bitumen felt, liquid applied, single ply, slates & tiles * Producing accurate estimates for projects * Review full tender packages and ensure they’re accurate * Follow up on quotations to successfully convert project * Produce final official quotes once everything is agreed between both parties * Build and develop relationships with clients to encourage repeat business * Will have to attend site to carry out surveys * Attending occasion client meetings where required * Working on projects varying in value from £250,000 to circa £5m The ideal applicant will be Estimator – Cladding & Roofing with: * Must have estimating experience within the cladding / façade / building envelope industry * Ideally will have refurbishment experience * Must be an outgoing character who will be an integral part of the team * High levels of organisation and excellent time management * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal * Excellent analytical and numerical skills * Proactive and motivated individual with strong commercial awareness Mitchell Maguire is a specialist construction recruitment consultancy, dealing exclusively with construction jobs, construction vacancies and specification positions within: Estimator, Estimates, Composite Panel, Rain Screen, Cladding, Facades, Roofing, Timber Cladding, Tensile Fabric, Brick Slip, Asbestos Over-Clads, Stone Cladding, Vinyl Cladding, Steel Cladding, Aluminium Cladding, Glazing, Roofing

Estimator – Cladding & Roofing Job Title: Estimator – Cladding & Roofing Industry Sector: Senior Estimator, Estimator, Composite Panel, Rain Screen, Cladding, Facades, Roofing, Timber Cladding, Tensile Fabric, Brick Slip, Asbestos Over-Clads, Stone Cladding, Vinyl Cladding, Steel Cladding, Aluminium Cladding, Glazing, Roofing Location: Portsmouth (within commuting distance) Remuneration: £45,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience) + discretionary bonus Benefits: company car + full benefits package The role of the Estimator – Cladding & Roofing will involve: * Estimator position dealing with various cladding and flat roofing systems; rain screen, built up, metal sheeting, timber, metal profile, brick slips, bitumen felt, liquid applied, single ply, slates & tiles * Producing accurate estimates for projects * Review full tender packages and ensure they’re accurate * Follow up on quotations to successfully convert project * Produce final official quotes once everything is agreed between both parties * Build and develop relationships with clients to encourage repeat business * Will have to attend site to carry out surveys * Attending occasion client meetings where required * Working on projects varying in value from £250,000 to circa £5m The ideal applicant will be Estimator – Cladding & Roofing with: * Must have estimating experience within the cladding / façade / building envelope industry * Ideally will have refurbishment experience * Must be an outgoing character who will be an integral part of the team * High levels of organisation and excellent time management * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal * Excellent analytical and numerical skills * Proactive and motivated individual with strong commercial awareness Mitchell Maguire is a specialist construction recruitment consultancy, dealing exclusively with construction jobs, construction vacancies and specification positions within: Estimator, Estimates, Composite Panel, Rain Screen, Cladding, Facades, Roofing, Timber Cladding, Tensile Fabric, Brick Slip, Asbestos Over-Clads, Stone Cladding, Vinyl Cladding, Steel Cladding, Aluminium Cladding, Glazing, Roofing

Senior Estimator - Roofing & Cladding Salary negotiable, subject to experience + excellent benefits Firmly established as one of the UK's leading Commercial Building Envelope Contractors, our client is a specialist in delivering Roofing and Cladding Refurbishment Projects to Blue-Chip organisations across the UK. Due to a record-breaking year for the company and an internal re-structure, we are now looking to appoint an ambitious, forward-thinking Senior Estimator to make a long-term career move to the business. This is a senior role and an ideal opportunity to make your mark within a company which has no ceiling on internal promotion and with potential progression up to Director level. ·You will have at least 5 years’ experience of Estimating within the Built Environment- A strong background in cladding / facades is a pre-requisite for the role. ·You will be responsible for 6-9 major refurb projects at a given time, ranging from £100,000- £5million. ·Mentoring and developing Trainee Estimator This is a company which really looks after its team- whether it is by giving out ad-hoc bonuses or gifts or just providing a friendly and supportive workplace. Accordingly, there is a high staff morale within the company and a low staff turnover. This ethos is reflected in the way the staff interact with clients which results in a large amount of repeat business. Please only apply for this position if you are passionate about providing excellent customer service at all times! If you are interested and available, please apply via this advertisement or call Luke McCormack on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion

Senior Estimator - West London A brilliant opportunity has arisen for a Senior Estimator to work with a UK Main Contractor that is undertaking a period of sustainable growth in the London and South East. The right person will be required to create cost plans on £5million to £100milion bid/tenders, have strong technical and build ability knowledge that feeds into the early stage design of the projects. My client covers a range of projects from residential schemes to industrial & commercial and governmental developments. Job Responsibilities - Understanding the fabric of the building i.e. RC frames, groundwork's, facades M&E etc Great ideas and collaborative on how to produce cost plans Helping with bids for new contracts and supporting buying activitiesCore Abilities - Building and maintaining relationships with clients and colleagues Responding to changing business circumstances and readily adapts to maintain effective performance Take responsibility for personal improvement, learning from experience and new situations Knowledge and understanding of construction and ability to work on tenders up to £100m Have experience with working for a Tier 1/2 main contractor.For more information, please get in contact with Rob Morgan

Senior Estimator Location: East Midlands/ East Anglia Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 Product Knowledge: Glazing and Facades The Position Experienced/senior estimator role within a well-established and well-regarded glazing manufacturer based in north west London specializing in Reynaers, Smart Systems and Deceuninck. Additionally, the supply and installation of façade materials including SFS, cladding, balustrading etc. to high value residential, commercial and retail developments with a value up to £20m The Role This is an exciting opportunity to work within a family run company who are looking for an outward going and forward-thinking individual wanting to take on a significant role within the estimating team. Requirements for the role include all aspects of estimating including: * Assessment of incoming enquiries for suitability and risk * Preparation and submission of subcontract and material enquiries and assessment of incoming quotations for suitability/value * Attend/conduct meetings with client/architect/consultant * Carry out full take off and detailed pricing * Assess and price preliminary items and access equipment required to carry out a successful contract * Submit fully prepared tender documents to clients including Bills of Quantity, clarifications, inclusions and exclusions and supporting documentation * Negotiation of costs and proposals including any value engineering work to successful completion and awarding of project. * Conduct detailed hand over meetings with internal staff and contracts team * Carry out Budget costs when required * Building positive and lasting relationships with clients to establish new and repeat business * Ongoing development of internal processes and estimating tools * Production of analytical documents for presentation to the management/sales team. * Analysis of any potential technical issues including liaising with relevant consultants, architects, and clients to bring to a successful conclusion Requirements Candidates require the following as a minimum: * 5 years+ in estimating roles within the glazing/fenestration industry * Working knowledge in Aluminum glazing systems * Working knowledge of Orgadata/Logikal/Reynapro type estimating packages * Understanding of glazing types and specifications * Thorough understanding of Excel and other Microsoft Office based products * Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines both within a team or working independently * Good time management and organizational skills * Professional attitude as a representative of the company including excellent communication skills Other beneficial attributes: * Experience with other façade work including SFS, insulation, and cladding * Working knowledge of acoustic requirements, Secure by Design, barrier/wind loadings, understanding of structural considerations etc. * Experience with other aluminum based systems and PVCu windows * A willingness to learn about new products and techniques * CAD experience If this sounds like you, please apply online or contact Lee on (phone number removed)

Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor required for High-end Contractor (Projects across London and South East) Operating for almost 20 years, my Client operates exclusively in the Super Prime Residential sector and provides Construction Management expertise with an internal M&E Department. They are now looking to strengthen their Commercial department by hiring an experienced Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor. The Business has considerable expertise in significant and substantial structural works including basements, retained facades and major alterations to load bearing structural features. They also have strong expertise in integrating old and new, by harmonising complex M&E and audio visual service installations sympathetically within the fine finishes of prestige properties. Project values range from £5 - £50 million. Assignments include luxury construction projects in Chelsea, Belgravia, Mayfair, Knightsbridge and Kensington - super-prime locations that set the international standard in high-end residential excellence. The established in-house M&E business consists of M&E Managers, M&E Estimators, M&E Foreman, all supported by an in-house M&E CAD Department. You will be either a fully RICS qualified or equivalent M&E Quantity Surveyor at their South London Office. The role will include all aspects of quantity surveying and cost consultancy pre and post contract duties including preparation of tenders, cost planning, compiling estimates, contract administrative agreement of final accounts, value engineering and procurements / standardisation work. Ideally you will come from an M&E Design and Build background. The post offers a real opportunity to contribute to a growing business with a successful growth record and very real prospects. You will have held a similar QS'ing position with an M&E Contractor. The successful applicant will ideally come from an M&E Sub-contracting background.