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Cladding estimator Birmingham £50,000 - £65,000 + Bonus + Company Car/Allowance + Training + Pension + 33 Days Annual Leave Are you an Estimator with experience in facades, rainscreen cladding or specialist building envelopes looking to join a growing specialist contractor offering great work-life balance where you will play a key role in producing accurate and competitive tenders? Do you want to join a company that invests in its people, gives you great progression opportunities all the way to directorship and is going through an impressive growth period currently? On offer is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a growing specialist contractor, where you'll take responsibility for producing detailed cost estimates, tender submissions, Bills of Quantities, and commercial pricing for a range of commercial and public sector projects. This role would suit an Estimator or similar with experience within rainscreen cladding, facades or specialist envelopes, strong knowledge of facade systems, and excellent commercial acumen who is looking for a varied role with progression and professional development. In this role, the successful candidate will prepare competitive tender submissions, analyse drawings and specifications, conduct site surveys, liaise with clients and the supply chain, assess project risks, and support commercial and project teams throughout the construction phase. The Role: Conducting pre-tender and pre-contract facade surveys to identify condition, substrate, fixings and refurbishment requirements Liaising with manufacturers, suppliers, subcontractors, clients, architects and structural engineers Preparing Bills of Quantities, cost breakdowns, valuations, variations and final accounts Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm with no weekend working The Person: Estimator or similar background with experience within rainscreen cladding, facades or specialist envelopes Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings, specifications and survey reports Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Experience with post-Grenfell fire safety remediation projects and EWS1 assessments (Preferred) Full UK driving licence Reference Number: BBBH26931 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

CAD Design Engineer / Estimator Join an established manufacturer creating bespoke sheet metal designs and accurate quotations. This office-based opportunity suits someone confident with CAD, production drawings, flat patterns and fabrication processes. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: CAD Engineer, Design Engineer, CAD Technician, CAD Designer, Design Technician, Manufacturing Design Engineer, Fabrication Estimator, Engineering Estimator, Manufacturing Estimator Benefits include long-term career opportunities and varied fabrication projects. SALARY: £35,000 to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) LOCATION: Luton, Bedfordshire (100% Office Based) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW Build on your technical expertise while helping turn bespoke customer requirements into production-ready sheet metal solutions. The CAD Design Engineer / Estimator will create accurate models, drawings and quotations, working closely with management, customers and suppliers. Working alongside the fabrication team, the CAD Design Engineer / Estimator will help resolve technical queries and support efficient manufacture. This CAD Design Engineer / Estimator opportunity offers varied projects within a growing, ambitious fabrication business, with licensed role-specific software provided. DUTIES Your duties as the CAD Design Engineer / Estimator include: CAD Design and Drawings: Produce detailed 2D and 3D designs using AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Fusion 360, including fabrication, assembly and workshop drawings Production Files and Documentation: Create flat patterns, production-ready DXF files and bills of materials for laser cutting, CNC turret punching, press brake operations and other CNC machinery Sheet Metal Design: Develop components and assemblies incorporating bends, hems, flanges, gussets, louvres and forming features Estimating and Quotations: Prepare accurate estimates and quotations from architectural, engineering and technical drawings Customer and Supplier Liaison: Communicate throughout the design and quotation process and obtain and evaluate supplier quotations where required Production Support: Work with the fabrication team to resolve technical queries and support manufacture Enquiry Management: Manage new enquiries efficiently and keep relevant stakeholders informed Technical Knowledge: Maintain current knowledge of relevant products, industry standards and technical information CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Fusion 360 Experience creating flat patterns and production-ready manufacturing drawings Experience preparing DXF files for laser cutting, CNC turret punching and press brake operations Good understanding of sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing processes Ability to interpret engineering, fabrication and architectural drawings Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and problem-solving skills Clear written and verbal communication skills in English Legal right to work in the UK without sponsorship or immigration support DESIRABLE Experience in metal fabrication or bespoke metal manufacturing Knowledge of Amada laser cutting, press brake operations, CNC turret punching, welding and assembly processes Understanding of ISO 9001 quality management systems Full UK driving licence BENEFITS Company pension scheme Stable full-time employment with long-term career opportunities Opportunity to work on a wide variety of fabrication and manufacturing projects Supportive and professional working environment HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P15211 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Luton, Bedfordshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ

Estimator - Cladding & Façades Location: Potters Bar, Hertfordshire Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum Sector: Construction / Cladding & Façades Employment Type: Full-time Hill McGlynn are currently working with a leading multidisciplinary contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to join their team, based from their offices in Potters Bar. Our client has an established track record delivering a diverse range of construction projects and is looking to strengthen its pre-construction team with an Estimator who has experience within cladding, façades and external envelope packages. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join a well-established contractor, working on a variety of projects from tender stage through to handover. The Role As an Estimator, you will be responsible for the accurate and competitive pricing of cladding and façade projects, working closely with the pre-construction, commercial and operational teams. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing detailed estimates and tenders for cladding, façade and external envelope packages. Reviewing drawings, specifications, scopes of work and tender documentation. Producing accurate take-offs and detailed pricing. Obtaining, analysing and negotiating quotations from subcontractors and suppliers. Developing competitive and commercially viable tender submissions. Identifying project risks, exclusions, opportunities and potential value-engineering solutions. Liaising with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers throughout the tender process. Working closely with design, commercial and operational teams to ensure pricing accurately reflects project requirements. Managing multiple tenders and ensuring submissions are completed within agreed deadlines. Supporting the business in developing strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and supply-chain partners. About You We are looking for an experienced Estimator with a strong background in cladding, façades or the wider building envelope sector. You will ideally have: Proven experience as an Estimator within cladding, façades, external envelope or a related construction discipline. Experience pricing projects from drawings, specifications and tender documentation. A strong understanding of cladding systems, façade construction and associated subcontractor packages. Excellent attention to detail and strong commercial awareness. The ability to produce accurate take-offs and competitive tenders. Strong negotiation and communication skills. The ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines effectively. A proactive, organised and commercially minded approach. Experience working for a main contractor, specialist contractor or multidisciplinary construction business. What's on Offer? £70,000 - £80,000 salary, depending on experience. Based from the client's Potters Bar office. The opportunity to work on a diverse range of cladding and façade projects. A role within an established and multidisciplinary contractor. Long-term career progression and development opportunities. Exposure to a wide range of projects, clients and construction disciplines. Interested? If you're an experienced Cladding & Façade Estimator looking for a new opportunity, Hill McGlynn would like to hear from you. Apply today to discuss the role in more detail and find out more about the projects, company and career opportunities available.

Description Join Our Team as an Assistant Estimator! Are you a motivated individual with a degree in civil engineering, quantity surveying, or construction management looking to grow your career in Estimating? If you have 5+ years of industry experience and exposure to RC Frame or civil works, we would love to hear from you. About Us: At Careys, we're dedicated to shaping the future of construction. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality projects and exceeding client expectations. As we continue to grow, we're seeking talented individuals like you to join us on our journey. Role Purpose: As an Assistant Estimator, you'll play a crucial role in our estimating team, reporting to the Managing Estimator. Your main responsibilities will include undertaking measurements from tender drawings, preparing bills of quantities, and assisting estimators in compiling estimates and rate bills of quantities. What you will be doing: Key Responsibilities: Review and understand the scope of works, drawings, and specifications. Utilise tools such as Bluebeam or CADmeasure to measure and take off quantities from drawings. Produce bills of quantities following applicable methods of measurement. Compile supplier/sub-contractor enquiries for tender buying. Work from first principles to rate items within bills of quantities. Participate in mid-bid, tender review, and adjudication/settlement meetings. Attend client meetings, including pre/post contract interviews. Encourage knowledge sharing and upskilling across the team. About You: Technical Skills and Experience: Experience in civil engineering or construction management, with exposure to project types such as bulk earthworks, groundworks, roadworks, and RC frames. Familiarity with methods of measurement, particularly SMM7. Proficiency in electronic measuring tools such as Bluebeam or CADmeasure. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management. Experience using estimating software such as Causeway or similar. Personal Skills and Attributes: Numerically minded with a sound commercial acumen. Highly organised with excellent time-management skills. Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with different audiences. A problem solver who can anticipate issues and present effective solutions. Embraces change and thrives in a continuous improvement environment. Builds relationships based on trust and integrity. A collaborative team player with a sense of personal accountability and ownership. Benefits Why Join Us? 26 days holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays. Excellent salary and benefits Flexi-care benefits: Tastecard, Gym Membership, Cycle2Work, Holiday Trading (buy or sell up to 4 days), Health cash plan. Opportunities for long-term development and growth. A supportive and collaborative work environment. Exciting projects and challenges to enhance your skills and expertise.

Are you an experienced estimator within the cabling and IT infrastructure sector? Are you looking for a new varied and rewarding role with an established Cabling and IT infrastructure business? Would you like the opportunity to manage and grow the estimating team for my client? If so, our client is keen to hear from you! They are based in the Manchester area but are open to where you can live, with flexibility to work remotely - attending their office 1 or 2 days per week (flexible). Ideally you will live in the North or the Midlands. The Role: This is a senior position leading estimating, technical design, and bid development across complex, multi-discipline projects. The role is weighted towards IT infrastructure, structured cabling, low-voltage electrical, and wireless systems, with exposure to wider technologies advantageous. Our client works mainly within the channel dealing with Daisy and Wavenet projects whilst being open to tender opportunities with direct end users. You will combine technical authority, commercial judgement, and client engagement, operating with minimal supervision. The role offers genuine influence over solution design, bid strategy, and how work is won. More Detail: Manage and grow the estimating team - the company is geared up for significant growth Lead cost planning, estimating, and tender submissions for technically complex projects Shape scope, assumptions, exclusions, and commercial risk to support bid strategy and margin control Develop high-quality technical and commercial proposals, including pricing models and supporting documentation Lead or validate technical designs and surveys, coordinating internal engineers and external survey partners Engage directly with clients at bid stage as a trusted technical partner, particularly in design-and-build and early engagement environments Contribute directly to winning work through technical credibility and commercial input Monitor tender portals and frameworks (NFP), plan ahead for public-sector renewals, and manage a structured opportunity pipeline Support the continuous improvement of estimating standards, tools, and pre-construction governance The Person: We are looking for an experienced estimator and designer from a technology, infrastructure, or engineering background, comfortable operating autonomously and taking ownership of bids end-to-end - cabling fibre or copper cabling experience is essential - any exposure to wireless is a bonus! You will have at least 5+ years' experience and will bring strong experience in one or more of the following: IT infrastructure Structured cabling (copper and fibre) Low-voltage electrical systems Wireless or cellular technologies You will be commercially astute, confident engaging clients at bid stage, and experienced in design-and-build or early contractor engagement environments. Experience with frameworks, Schedule of Rates, or public-sector procurement is advantageous. Strong Excel skills are essential. Experience with estimating or design tools such as Simpro, Contract Master, AutoCAD, Ekahau, BlueBeam, FieldWire, or similar platforms being beneficial. The salary available for this role is within the range of 70,000 - 80,000 plus bonus - this could be flexible for the right candidate. If you have the proven estimating experience within the cabling sector then APPLY NOW or contact Dominic Quirke at Advancing People directly, in complete confidence. Advancing People - The Recruitment Specialist Advancing People Ltd is an Equal Opportunities Employer and acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency.

AWC Staff Services are looking for a Civil Engineering Estimator to join our successful project team in South Yorkshire. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for preparing tenders ranging in value from £5k to £3m across our client base within the gas industry, including Cadent Gas, National Gas, and National Gas Services. You must have experience in Civil Engineering, ideally within the gas industry. Be able to liaise with subcontractors and suppliers, manage multiple tenders under tight deadlines and have excellent communication and negotiation skills. Responsibilities: Review scopes of work and associated drawings. Raise technical and commercial queries in line with tender deadlines. Prepare estimates as both a Subcontractor and Principal Contractor, using direct labour where applicable. Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal departments to gather pricing and technical information. Evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations for value and compliance. Produce technical responses and project execution statements (with support from the Health & Safety and project teams where needed). Draft initial tender programmes using Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 (planner support available for larger, more complex projects). Collate and analyse information for take-offs and planned submissions. Attend site visits and client meetings across the UK as required. Interpret framework agreements and NEC4 contract types (Options A, C, and E). Qualifications: Proven experience in civil engineering and construction, ideally within the utilities sector. Strong commercial awareness with a keen eye for detail. Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working both independently and in a team environment. In return they offre excellent salary and benefit packages

Murphy is recruiting for a Planner to work with the Energy Team on the SSE ASTI Framework. Our business is well-known for its extensive in-house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever-changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long-standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries. A day in the life of a Murphy Planner Prepare a resourced programme, including reviewing the outcome for conformance with expectations and requirements. Contribute to the risk register and undertake programme risk analysis. Prepare visual material in aid of planned methods. Manage personally controlled project documentation in an orderly fashion. Provide a link between all parties regarding the planning community information Define methods and establish outputs, in consultation with the estimator and other team members, including the supply chain in appropriate circumstances. Liaise with the design engineer to establish a design brief for temporary works. Provide the estimator with a justified schedule of temporary works and other indirect cost items. In consultation with Estimator advise project team of required feedback reports and support. Still interested, does this sound like you? Experience within Civil Engineering / Construction preferably within Water but not essential Use of planning software (P6, TILOS, QSRA). Active experience of working with a wide range of planning techniques in serving both tendering and contract delivery. Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Microsoft Project and P6

Electrical Estimator (High Value Projects) 50,000 - 60,000 + Excellent Career Progression + Working on Industry Leading Projects + Further Training Opportunities + 33-Days Holiday + Company Vehicle & Fuel Card + Early Friday Finish + Autonomy Office / Field Based: Commutable from Swindon, Oxford, Avebury, Chippenham, Marlborough and Surrounding Areas Are you from an Electrical background with experience Estimating any range of commercial Projects, looking for the opportunity to take the next step upwards in your career into Estimating high end projects from anywhere between 10-15 million pounds, with further career progression opportunities as well as great autonomy within the role. On offer is a great opportunity to take the next step upwards into managing large scale estimating projects, within a specialist mechanical and electrical contractor, all with further training and progression opportunities in order for you to become an expert in your field. This company have been established for over 5 decades and are highly respected across the South for being one of the best in their field, they pride themselves on the quality and efficiency of their service, due to ongoing growth and new contracts, they are now looking to take on an additional Estimator to invest into. On offer is an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing business where once upskilled, you will be responsible for estimating large commercial projects within specialist industries such as the MOD, stretching up to anywhere between 10-15-million-pound projects. This role would suit anyone from an Electrical background with experience Estimating any range of commercial Projects, looking to progress their career within a larger business working on bigger projects with further training and progression provided. The Role: Working closely alongside the Senior Manager and Mechanical Estimators to help submit mechanical and electrical quotations Monday-Friday Based with an early Friday finish Further training and career progression available The Candidate: Electrical background with experience Estimating any range of commercial Projects or similar Must Hold a UK Driver's licence Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Jacob Hole at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Technical Sales Estimator Prodrive Recruitment Consultants Ltd are seeking an experienced Technical Sales Estimator to join our well-established clients based in Moreton-in-Marsh. Due to continued growth, our clients are looking to expand their busy sales team. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, technical knowledge, and excellent organisational and numeracy skills. Main Responsibilities: Meeting customers face to face in the showroom and on site to discuss individual requirements and technical specifications Attending occasional client visits Learning the different products that are manufactured in-house and maintain up-to-date knowledge of product offerings and industry standards Reading and understanding client drawings and specifications Assisting with the preparation of competitive estimates and quotations Obtaining and comparing quotations from suppliers and subcontractors Using computerised estimating software to prepare quotations Chasing up sent quotations and resolving any details Maintaining accurate estimating records and documentation Adhoc tasks as required from time to time Skills and Experience: Previous experience in technical sales, sales engineering, sales support or sales coordination Experience within an engineering, manufacturing, construction or technical environment Proficiency in CAD software, or a strong willingness and ability to learn. Strong understanding of technical drawing principles. Ability to interpret design briefs and technical specifications. Pays excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong communication skills Excellent customer service skills A flexible Team Player Salary: 30k per annum + company benefits Hours of work: 8.00 am - 5.00 pm Monday to Thursday, 8.00 am - 4.00 pm Friday Full time - Permanent Contract. If you have the skills and experience we are looking for and keen to progress your career further within technical sales and estimating then please Apply today Prodrive Recruitment Consultants Ltd is a local independent family run business and an equal opportunities employer who want to help people in their search for work in both temporary and permanent positions. If you are looking for work please do register online and check out our available work. It is our policy that employment is based on merit and the legitimate business needs of the organisation and do not discriminate based on any of the protected character.