Job title: Facade Estimator
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: FENESTRATION
Salary: negotiable
Location: London, greater london
Job ID: 47446
Contact name: Natalie Sanders
Contact email: natalie.sanders@porterhouserecruitment.co.uk

Job Description

 

 

 

Job Title: Facade Estimator

Location: London

Job Type: Full Time

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and commercially aware Facade Estimator to join a growing team in

London. This role will focus on the preparation of accurate and competitive cost estimates across a

range of façade packages, supporting the business in securing profitable projects within the UK

construction sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for façade packages including curtain walling, glazing,

cladding, and associated systems

• Review tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to fully understand project requirements

• Conduct material take-offs and quantify labour, plant, and materials required

• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations

• Assess project risks and opportunities to ensure commercially viable submissions

• Work closely with internal teams including sales, design, and commercial departments

• Support value engineering exercises to provide cost-effective solutions

• Ensure all estimates are completed within deadlines and to a high standard

• Maintain and update cost databases and pricing tools

• Attend pre- and post-tender meetings where required

Requirements

• Minimum of three years’ estimating or commercial experience within the UK construction industry

• Experience or exposure to façade systems such as curtain walling, glazing systems, rainscreen

cladding, aluminium windows and doors, architectural metalwork, SFS, or similar

• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

• Good commercial awareness and understanding of construction processes

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

What’s on Offer

• Performance-based bonus

• Opportunity to work on a variety of high-profile projects

• Career development within a growing and supportive business

• Stable, long-term opportunity in the London market