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Bid Manager - Estimator - Quantity Surveyor

United Kingdom, Tonbridge Employment contract 45000.00 - 50000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 15, 2026
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Are you an experienced Bid Manager, Estimator or Quantity Surveyor within any of the following sectors: Facades, Curtain Walling, Windows, Doors? Are you looking for a new, varied and challenging role, with the ability to commute to Tonbridge, Kent? If so, our established and well respected specialist engineering and contract client, within the facade sector, is keen to hear from you. The Role: Cost Estimation & Bid Preparation, Technical Compliance & Risk, Operational Coordination, Stakeholder Engagement & Continuous Improvement.

Job Responsibility

  • Cost Estimation & Bid Preparation
  • Technical Compliance & Risk
  • Operational Coordination
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Continuous Improvement

Requirements

  • Good working knowledge of systemised façade solutions, particularly windows, curtain walling, and doors, including key suppliers such as Aluprof, Reynaers, and Schüco
  • Understanding of cost estimation principles, take-off methodology, and construction procurement processes
  • Awareness of industry standards and regulations relevant to façade and cladding works, including CWCT technical standards, Building Regulations, fire safety codes, and thermal and acoustic performance requirements
  • Developing familiarity with contract frameworks (JCT/NEC) and the commercial obligations of specialist subcontractors
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to independently produce detailed and accurate cost estimates for façade works
  • Excellent organisational skills, capable of managing multiple concurrent bids and meeting deadlines within a demanding tender programme
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and compelling bid submissions and engage confidently with clients and consultants
  • Collaborative and curious mindset, working effectively with the Precontract Technical Manager, Precontract Project Manager, and other internal and external stakeholders
  • Proactive problem-solving approach with the ability to think commercially and identify practical solutions to bid challenges
  • Experience in a bid management, estimating, or quantity surveying role within a specialist façade or construction subcontracting environment (required)
  • Demonstrable experience producing cost estimates and managing the bid process for façade or building envelope projects (required)
  • 5 GCSEs (Grade A-C / 9-4) or equivalent, including Maths and English (essential)
  • BEng/MEng or BSc/MSc in Façade Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred)

Nice to have

BEng/MEng or BSc/MSc in Façade Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred)

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