Roofing Estimator

Overview

In this role you will prepare accurate cost estimates for refurbishment roofing projects and support tender submissions within a growing contracting business in Milton Keynes. You’ll collaborate with clients, suppliers and internal teams to ensure competitive, clear scopes and high-quality bids. The role also involves supporting solar estimating as the company expands into solar installations. Travel to sites and tender follow-ups are part of the routine, with progression potential in a long-established, technically capable team.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate cost estimates for pitched and flat roofing projects
• Review tender documents and define project scope
• Attend site visits to gather technical information
• Prepare BOQs, schedules of rates and material take-offs
• Follow up on tenders to build relationships and identify future opportunities
• Support solar estimating when required
• Obtain competitive pricing from subcontractors, suppliers and manufacturers
• Negotiate costs to ensure accurate and competitive tenders
• Provide technical advice on roofing systems and materials
• Build strong client relationships
• Work with Operations Managers to deliver accurate tenders on time
• Support junior team members where required
• Produce tenders aligned with profit targets and internal standards
• Use estimating software (Swiftest preferred) and ERP systems
• Provide updated cost information to Project and Contracts Managers
• Review post‑tender results to improve future estimating performance

Key requirements

• 5+ years’ roofing estimating experience
• Strong refurbishment, pitched and flat roofing background
• Solar estimating experience highly advantageous
• Roofing or construction qualification (NVQ, HNC, HND preferred)
• CSCS card beneficial
• ERP system experience beneficial
• Proficient in estimating software (Swiftest preferred)
• Strong technical understanding of roofing systems and materials
• Confident negotiation skills
• High attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Negotiation confidence
• Understanding of pitched and flat roofing systems
• Preparation of BOQs and take-offs
• Swiftest estimating software

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