Cladding Estimator
Cladding Estimator – Facades & Building Envelope
Location – Manchester
Salary/Package – £55,000 – £75,000 + Excellent Benefits Package
About the Company
Our client is a leading specialist contractor operating within the façade and building envelope sector, delivering high-quality cladding, façade remediation, external wall insulation, and fire remediation projects across the UK. Working alongside leading developers, main contractors, housing providers, and public sector organisations, they have built an excellent reputation for delivering technically complex schemes safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
With expertise spanning both new-build and remediation projects, the business continues to experience significant growth, driven by increasing demand across the façade sector. As part of their continued expansion, they are now seeking an experienced Cladding Estimator to join their pre-construction team.
The Role
As Cladding Estimator, you will be responsible for:
Preparing accurate and competitive estimates for cladding, façade, and building envelope projects
Reviewing drawings, specifications, and tender documentation
Producing detailed take-offs, cost plans, and pricing schedules
Obtaining competitive quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
Identifying value engineering opportunities while maintaining quality and compliance
Assessing commercial and technical risks throughout the tender process
Preparing comprehensive tender submissions within agreed deadlines
Working closely with design, commercial, and operational teams
Supporting client meetings and tender interviews where required
Building strong relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors
The Ideal Candidate
The successful Cladding Estimator will have:
Proven experience as an Estimator within the cladding, façades, roofing, glazing, or building envelope sector
Strong understanding of façade systems, rainscreen cladding, EWI, or remediation projects
Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills
Experience interpreting construction drawings and specifications
Strong negotiation and communication skills
The ability to manage multiple tenders and work to tight deadlines
A proactive, organised, and commercially focused approach
Relevant construction, estimating, or quantity surveying qualifications would be advantageous
What's on Offer
Competitive basic salary of £55,000 – £75,000
Attractive benefits package
Opportunity to join a growing specialist façade contractor
Exposure to technically challenging façade and remediation projects
Long-term career progression within an expanding business
Collaborative and supportive pre-construction team
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
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