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Roofing Estimator

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd
Milton Keynes · posted 15 August 2026
Salary
£65,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Category
Construction and Property
Roofing Estimator Refurbishment Division

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Milton Keynes (with travel as required) £28,000£65,000 + Package
A long-established, well-respected roofing and refurbishment contractor in Milton Keynes is looking to recruit an Estimator to join its growing refurbishment division. Known for delivering high-quality pitched and flat roofing schemes and now expanding into solar installations, the business offers stability, strong technical capability and long-term progression.
Assistant and experienced Estimators are invited to apply.
Role Overview You will prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates for refurbishment roofing projects, working closely with clients, suppliers and internal teams. Reporting to the Refurbishment Operations Manager, you will support tender negotiations, ensure clarity of scope and produce high-quality submissions that meet commercial and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities Estimating & Tendering
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

Client & Supplier Engagement
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

Technical Knowledge
Strong understanding of pitched and flat roofing systems

Awareness of new roofing technologies and industry best practice

Understanding of frameworks, CIF funding and portal submissions

Knowledge of PAS2030 and solar installations is an advantage

Team Collaboration
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

Project Support
Provide updated cost information to Project and Contracts Managers

Review post-tender results to improve future estimating performance

Key Skills & Experience Qualifications xwzovoh
Roofing or construction qualification (NVQ, HNC, HND preferred)

CSCS card beneficial

Experience
Ideally 5+ years roofing estimating experience

Strong refurbishment, pitched and flat roofing background

Solar estimating experience highly advantageous

ERP system experience beneficial

Skills
Strong technical understanding of roofing systems and materials

Confident negotiation skills

Proficient in estimating software (Swiftest preferred)

High attention to detail

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Keywords: Roofing Estimator, Refurbishment Roofing, Pitched Roofing, Flat Roofing, Solar Estimator, Roofing Tenders, Roofing Take-Offs, Roofing Costing, Construction Estimator, PAS2030, Milton Keynes Roofing Jobs.
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