Head of Estimating (Cladding Remediation & Retrofit)
Location: Warrington (Northwest-based candidates preferred)
Working Pattern: Hybrid - 4 days office-based initially
Salary: Circa £85,000 + Package
About the Company
Our client is a well-established Northwest contractor specialising in cladding remediation and retrofit solutions, delivering projects across both private and local authority sectors.
With a strong pipeline of high-rise remediation schemes, they focus heavily on:
*High-rise cladding remediation

*Fire barrier installation and upgrades

*External Wall Insulation (EWI)

*Retrofit and building safety works

Due to sustained growth and an expanding order book, they are seeking either an experienced Head of Estimating or a Senior Estimator ready to step into a leadership role to lead their Warrington-based estimating function.
The Role
This is a key leadership position responsible for managing the estimating department (currently 3 estimators) and overseeing all pricing activity, with a particular emphasis on cladding remediation.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in securing new work, managing 2-stage tenders, and ensuring commercially sound and competitive submissions.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
*Lead and manage a team of 3 estimators in the Warrington office

*Oversee workload allocation, mentoring, and development

*Implement structured estimating processes and best practice

Estimating & Tendering
*Prepare and oversee detailed Bills of Quantities (BOQs)

*Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and fire remediation reports

*Produce clear, professional, and easy-to-understand pricing submissions

*Lead 2-stage tender processes from pre-construction through to final submission

*Develop accurate cost plans for remediation and retrofit schemes

Sector Focus
*High-rise cladding remediation (ESSENTIAL)

*Fire stopping and fire barrier works

*External Wall Insulation (EWI)

*Retrofit and building safety upgrades

Commercial & Supply Chain
*Maintain and develop strong subcontractor and supplier relationships

*Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of cladding remediation supply chains

*Negotiate pricing and ensure best value procurement

*Identify and manage commercial risk within tenders

Client Engagement
*Work with both private developers and local councils

*Attend pre-tender meetings and site visits where required

*Present pricing strategies clearly and confidently

Candidate Requirements
Essential
*Proven experience in cladding remediation (non-negotiable)

*Strong background in retrofit and high-rise external envelope works

*Experience compiling BOQs and building rates from first principles

*Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

*Experience managing or mentoring junior estimators (or ready to step into leadership)

*Strong understanding of 2-stage tendering processes

*Established supply chain knowledge within cladding/fire remediation

Desirable
*Experience working on local authority frameworks

*Exposure to building safety remediation schemes

*Commercial awareness within live project environments

Personal Attributes
*Strong leadership capability

*Detail-oriented with high commercial acumen

*Clear communicator, able to present pricing logically and transparently

*Organised and process-driven

*Able to operate both strategically and hands-on

What’s on Offer
*Salary circa £85,000 + competitive package

*Clear pathway to Head of Estimating (if joining at Senior level)

*Hybrid working (4 days in Warrington initially)

*Secure and growing pipeline of remediation projects

*Opportunity to lead and shape a growing estimating department

If you’d like, I can also create:
*A shorter recruiter-friendly advert version

*A confidential candidate briefing document

*A LinkedIn-ready advert

*A retained search-style candidate pack

*Or a softer "step-up opportunity" version targeting Senior Estimators specifically