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Estimator & Bid Specialist (Façades)

Job Reference: 2601/17

Building and Construction
Edgware, London
£40000 - £45000 per annum
Permanent

Estimator & Bid Specialist (Facades)

  • Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
  • Salary: £40,000-£45,000 PA + Performance Bonus
  • Location: North West London Office or Hertfordshire Office + Hybrid (Fridays Remote)
  • Ideally candidates need to be based within a reasonable distance of the North West London area.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has opened for an Estimator & Bid Specialist to join a growing specialist contractor within the architectural facade sector. You'll support a wide range of tenders including cladding, curtain walling, glazing, windows/doors, architectural metalwork and SFS.

Key Responsibilities

  • Estimating & Bid Preparation: Review tender documents, produce cost plans, identify value engineering opportunities, prepare formal tender submissions.
  • Supply Chain & Procurement: Issue enquiries, evaluate subcontractor quotes, benchmark pricing.
  • Tender Management: Coordinate internal teams, manage programmes, attend clarification meetings.
  • Commercial Handover: Ensure assumptions/qualifications are recorded, support project onboarding.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Significant façade estimating/commercial experience.
  • Strong understanding of cladding, curtain walling, glazing, windows/doors, architectural metalwork or SFS.
  • Strong technical interpretation skills.
  • Excellent commercial awareness and tender accuracy.
  • Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of JCT/NEC contracts.
  • Familiarity with CWCT and façade testing requirements.
  • Experience with Bluebeam, PlanSwift, CostX or similar tools.

Benefits

  • Performance bonus scheme.
  • Hybrid working (Remote Fridays).
  • Company laptop.
  • Employee support programme.
  • Paid birthday day off.
  • Career progression opportunities.

Schedule

  • Monday-Thursday: Office-based (London or Hertfordshire).
  • Friday: Remote work.

Full detailed job description available upon application

HRGO Recruitment offers permanent and temporary jobs across the UK. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. We aim to respond to all applications. HRGO is an equal opportunities employer.

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