About the job

Description

JOB TITLE: Estimator

LOCATION: London

Job Purpose:

TEXO Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a specialist Principal Contractor and Principal Designer serving tier-one housing associations as part of the Building Safety Unit recladding framework. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor renowned for technical expertise, management capability, and successful delivery of complex projects throughout the UK.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a capable and motivated Estimator with a strong background in cladding systems to support the delivery of high-profile recladding and façade refurbishment projects across London. As an Estimator, you will play a vital role in pricing works accurately and competitively, contributing to safe, compliant, and successful project delivery in line with current building safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce detailed cost estimates for cladding and façade packages using architectural and structural information.
• Conduct accurate quantity take-offs and cost breakdowns.
• Source and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotes.
• Identify risk factors and commercial opportunities during tender review.
• Work closely with commercial and project delivery teams to finalise proposals.
• Prepare and submit tenders in accordance with client and framework requirements.
• Attend pre-tender meetings and site visits where necessary.
• Maintain pricing libraries and historical cost records.
• Contribute to value engineering and design optimisation discussions.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an Estimator in the UK construction industry, with particular focus on cladding or external walling systems.
• Strong understanding of cladding materials and methods, such as ACM, GRC, rainscreen, fibre cement, curtain walling, and metalwork.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and tender documents.
• Proficient in Excel and digital take-off tools; knowledge of Bluebeam or equivalent is desirable.
• High attention to detail with excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work to tight deadlines across multiple tenders.

Desirable:

• HNC/HND or degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related field.
• Experience delivering works in line with current UK building safety and façade remediation standards.
• Familiarity with social housing or housing association frameworks.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
• Opportunity to join a dynamic team at the forefront of building safety and recladding works.
• Career development within a fast-growing, specialised contractor.
• The chance to work on impactful, high-profile projects across London and the South East.