Estimator Join a growing specialist contractor delivering large-scale drylining, roofing, and cladding projects across the UK. Gardens, Cape Town | UK Working Hours (Monday to Friday) | R45 000 R58 000 About Our Client Our client is a well-established specialist contractor providing full design, management, and installation services across roofing, wall cladding, and drylining systems. Due to continued growth within their drylining division, they are looking to appoint an experienced Estimator to support their expanding project pipeline and client base. This opportunity suits a technically strong estimator who understands the fast-paced nature of tendering within the construction sector and can confidently manage projects from pricing through to contract award. The Role: Estimator The primary focus of this role is to prepare, submit, and secure tenders for drylining projects across an established portfolio of main contractor clients. You will work closely with tender documentation, drawings, and specifications to produce accurate pricing and detailed BOQs while ensuring projects are commercially viable and competitive. This role requires someone with strong UK construction experience, excellent technical understanding of drylining systems, and the ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously with accuracy and attention to detail. Key Responsibilities 510 years of drylining estimating experience within the UK construction industry Price tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award stage Produce detailed take-offs from tender drawings using Bluebeam Compile detailed Bills of Quantities using Excel Assess project specifications and identify alternative solutions where requested Submit and follow up on tenders with main contractors Price project variations where required Handover secured projects to Contracts Managers Maintain accurate and commercially competitive pricing throughout the tender process About You 510 years of experience in drylining estimating is essential Strong experience submitting tenders to Main Contractors Excellent understanding of drylining systems, particularly Knauf and British Gypsum Strong numeracy and commercial awareness Highly accurate with excellent attention to detail Confident communicator with strong spoken and written English Comfortable working UK hours, Monday to Friday Professional communication style with a clear and neutral accent Experience using Bluebeam and Excel for take-offs and BOQs Relevant college or university qualifications are advantageous but not essential Interview Process Initial informal interview with introductory discussions and basic questions Successful candidates will progress to a second-stage interview Second-stage candidates will complete a practical take-off and BOQ exercise in their own time, based on a live-style project example Final shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding next steps