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Estimator Location: Waltham Abbey, Essex Hours: 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday Salary: Up to £65,000 depending on experience. Holiday: 20 Days plus 8 Bank Holidays. Sector: Construction, Roofing Our client is a specialist contractor in hard metal roofing, cladding, and façade systems, delivering bespoke solutions for both commercial and residential projects across the UK and internationally. They provide a full end-to-end service from design and fabrication through to installation, working with high-quality materials and offering tailored solutions for projects ranging from simple structures to complex, large-scale developments. With a strong reputation for quality, safety, and technical expertise, our client combines industry experience with a customer-focused approach to consistently deliver high-standard, sustainable roofing solutions. Due to continued company growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced estimator for their pre-construction team. You'll be pulling together scopes of work, providing value engineering and quote gathering to streamline and control the pre-construction processes. Position Duties • The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing tender submissions and carrying out take-offs from construction drawings, with the ability to interpret drawings, understand specifications, and use Excel to a high standard., • Completing accurate quantity take-offs from drawings, with experience in Bluebeam estimating software considered beneficial., • Calculating project rates, including labour, materials, and preliminary costs., • Completing client bills of quantities and pricing documents., • Producing scope-marked drawings using Bluebeam., • Attending project handover meetings with surveying, design, and management teams for secured work., • Maintaining detailed and accurate records of tender submissions, queries, and RFIs., • Demonstrating strong knowledge of over-18m non-combustible cladding systems and fire barrier requirements., • Presenting professionally with strong telephone communication skills., • Preparing tender bids and compiling information from incoming enquiries., • Meeting clients on-site to discuss requirements and negotiate pricing., • Working on projects ranging in value from £200k to £4M+., • Building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients., • Researching and sourcing costs for materials, labour, and equipment., • Supporting the document controller in obtaining subcontractor and supplier quotations., • Assisting with the preparation of technical submittals for awarded projects., • Providing support to the design team where required on secured projects. Position Requirements A minimum of 5 years' estimating experience in flat roofing systems is preferred, including but not limited to: • Manufacturers such as Bauder, Radmat, IKO, Axter, and Kemper, • Inverted hot melt systems, including ballasted, paved, green, and blue roofs, • Single ply warm roof systems, • Tapered insulation schemes, • Three-layer felt warm roofs, • Cold-applied liquid systems, • A minimum of 5 years' estimating experience in rainscreen cladding is preferred, including but not limited to:, • SFS lightweight framing systems (e.g. Metsec, EOS), • CWCT-compliant aluminium rainscreen cladding systems, • Cavity barriers and fire stopping systems Willingness and ability to travel to the office in Waltham Abbey. Position Remuneration • Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience, • Regular office hours 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday, • Christmas Shut down, • Company pension scheme Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application.

2D AutoCAD Designer - Hard Metals and Flat Roofing & Cladding • Location: UK-wide projects, • Job Type: Full-time Day-to-Day Responsibilities: • Produce all construction drawings and designs on time, maintaining high quality standards., • Manage the development and implementation of design proposals, ensuring they meet client expectations and remain financially viable., • Present proposals for client approval and oversee the design process with your technical expertise., • Maintain thorough documentation of the design and development process, ensuring compliance with ISO9001 standards., • Stay updated with changing building legislation and codes of practice relevant to design., • Coordinate the submission of information for building control compliance and lead the production of design data, bid deliverables, and documentation., • Oversee the design of multiple projects throughout the contract period, ensuring integration and avoiding conflicts between subcontractor drawings., • Review technical data to ensure product compliance and integration into designs., • Provide design and technical support during both the design and construction phases., • Lead design team meetings and coordinate with consultants and subcontract designers., • Minimum 5 years of experience in Hard Metal Roofing, Flat Roofing, and Cladding Design., • High-level competency with AutoCAD and a strong track record of delivering quality design information in line with project requirements., • Knowledge of approved document part B, NHBC conditions, and familiarity with online document portals like 4projects or Aconex is advantageous., • Relevant construction/design-related further education; HNC/HND/Degree preferred., • Excellent organisational skills, ability to meet tight deadlines, and provide high levels of customer care., • Ability to build and maintain robust internal and external relationships., • High attention to detail and a solid grasp of core construction principles., • Effective communication skills, capable of clearly conveying construction concepts visually and verbally., • Full UK Driving Licence.

2D AutoCAD Designer - Hard Metals and Flat Roofing & Cladding Location: UK-wide projects Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive, based on experienceJoin a leading UK specialist in Hard Metal Roofing, Facades, Cladding Systems, and Flat Roofing. We are seeking an experienced 2D AutoCAD Designer to enhance our professional team known for quality, excellence, and craftsmanship. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects and to make a significant impact during an exciting period of growth. Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Produce all construction drawings and designs on time, maintaining high quality standards. Manage the development and implementation of design proposals, ensuring they meet client expectations and remain financially viable. Present proposals for client approval and oversee the design process with your technical expertise. Maintain thorough documentation of the design and development process, ensuring compliance with ISO9001 standards. Stay updated with changing building legislation and codes of practice relevant to design. Coordinate the submission of information for building control compliance and lead the production of design data, bid deliverables, and documentation. Oversee the design of multiple projects throughout the contract period, ensuring integration and avoiding conflicts between subcontractor drawings. Review technical data to ensure product compliance and integration into designs. Provide design and technical support during both the design and construction phases. Lead design team meetings and coordinate with consultants and subcontract designers. Conduct full site reports from surveys, tracking progress, quality, and compliance.Required Skills & Qualifications: Minimum 5 years of experience in Hard Metal Roofing, Flat Roofing, and Cladding Design. High-level competency with AutoCAD and a strong track record of delivering quality design information in line with project requirements. Knowledge of approved document part B, NHBC conditions, and familiarity with online document portals like 4projects or Aconex is advantageous. Relevant construction/design-related further education; HNC/HND/Degree preferred. Excellent organisational skills, ability to meet tight deadlines, and provide high levels of customer care. Ability to build and maintain robust internal and external relationships. High attention to detail and a solid grasp of core construction principles. Effective communication skills, capable of clearly conveying construction concepts visually and verbally. Full UK Driving Licence

A leading specialist contractor within hard metal roofing, cladding and flat roofing is looking to appoint a BIM Designer to strengthen its in-house design capability during a period of sustained growth. With a team of around 55 to 60 staff and turnover in the region of £23m, the business is known for quality, craftsmanship and reliable delivery across a wide range of UK projects. This is a genuine long-term opportunity to join an established contractor where design is central to successful installation, and where you will have real ownership of your work and direct collaboration with delivery teams. This position suits a designer who enjoys producing buildable, compliant solutions and wants variety across schemes. You will be responsible for creating and coordinating 2D drawings and 3D models, supporting Building Control and compliance submissions, and ensuring information is issued clearly, accurately and on time. The role is office based in Waltham Abbey, with site surveys and meetings as required. Designer Salary & Benefits Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 28 Days Holiday Plus Christmas Shutdown Pension Scheme (NEST) Ongoing training and progression Designer Job Overview Produce high quality 2D construction drawings and coordinated 3D models within agreed programmes Develop buildable solutions from architectural intent, surveys and project constraints Coordinate multi-trade information and resolve clashes to deliver cohesive outputs Maintain design documentation and processes in line with ISO 9001 requirements Support Building Control compliance submissions and manage design deliverables to programme Review product technical data for compliance and incorporate into drawings and models Attend design meetings with consultants and subcontract designers, leading coordination where required Provide technical support to internal teams through design and construction phases Undertake site surveys and produce reports on progress, quality and compliance where required Designer Requirements Strong AutoCAD 2D capability and strong Revit capability, or a high level in one with the willingness to develop the other Ideally 5+ years experience in hard metal roofing, flat roofing and cladding design, or closely related building envelope experience Good understanding of Approved Document Part B and NHBC requirements Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines and live projects Confident communicating with project teams, consultants, suppliers and subcontract designers Full UK driving licence Familiarity with document portals such as 4Projects or Aconex is beneficial Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for

Estimator Location: Waltham Abbey, Essex Hours: 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday Salary: Up to £65,000 depending on experience. Holiday: 20 Days plus 8 Bank Holidays. Sector: Construction, Roofing Our client is a specialist contractor in hard metal roofing, cladding, and façade systems, delivering bespoke solutions for both commercial and residential projects across the UK and internationally. They provide a full end-to-end service from design and fabrication through to installation, working with high-quality materials and offering tailored solutions for projects ranging from simple structures to complex, large-scale developments. With a strong reputation for quality, safety, and technical expertise, our client combines industry experience with a customer-focused approach to consistently deliver high-standard, sustainable roofing solutions. Due to continued company growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced estimator for their pre-construction team. You'll be pulling together scopes of work, providing value engineering and quote gathering to streamline and control the pre-construction processes. Position Duties The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing tender submissions and carrying out take-offs from construction drawings, with the ability to interpret drawings, understand specifications, and use Excel to a high standard. Completing accurate quantity take-offs from drawings, with experience in Bluebeam estimating software considered beneficial. Calculating project rates, including labour, materials, and preliminary costs. Completing client bills of quantities and pricing documents. Producing scope-marked drawings using Bluebeam. Attending project handover meetings with surveying, design, and management teams for secured work. Maintaining detailed and accurate records of tender submissions, queries, and RFIs. Demonstrating strong knowledge of over-18m non-combustible cladding systems and fire barrier requirements. Presenting professionally with strong telephone communication skills. Preparing tender bids and compiling information from incoming enquiries. Meeting clients on-site to discuss requirements and negotiate pricing. Working on projects ranging in value from £200k to £4M+. Building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients. Researching and sourcing costs for materials, labour, and equipment. Supporting the document controller in obtaining subcontractor and supplier quotations. Assisting with the preparation of technical submittals for awarded projects. Providing support to the design team where required on secured projects. Position Requirements A minimum of 5 years' estimating experience in flat roofing systems is preferred, including but not limited to: Manufacturers such as Bauder, Radmat, IKO, Axter, and Kemper Inverted hot melt systems, including ballasted, paved, green, and blue roofs Single ply warm roof systems Tapered insulation schemes Three-layer felt warm roofs Cold-applied liquid systems A minimum of 5 years' estimating experience in rainscreen cladding is preferred, including but not limited to: SFS lightweight framing systems (e.g. Metsec, EOS) CWCT-compliant aluminium rainscreen cladding systems Cavity barriers and fire stopping systems In depth understanding of U-value targets and associated calculations.Strong IT skills, particularly in Excel, Word, Outlook, and Bluebeam. Willingness and ability to travel to the office in Waltham Abbey. Position Remuneration Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience Regular office hours 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday Christmas Shut down Company pension scheme Joining a friendly office team, where bespoke design and high-quality customer journey is the standardThis is a great opportunity to join a growing business and where everyone on the team is driven to succeed. Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application

BIM Designer - Hard Metals and Flat Roofing & Cladding Location: Waltham Abbey, Herts Hours: 8am - 5pm, Monday to Friday Salary: Up to £60,000 Dependent on experience Holiday: 20 Day plus 8 Bank holidays Sector: Construction, Roofing, Design Our client is a specialist contractor in fully supported hard metal roofing and cladding systems for commercial and residential properties across the UK and internationally. They are recognised as one of the UK's leading designers and installers of bespoke, custom-designed systems, delivering high-quality solutions on a wide range of projects. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced BIM Designer to join their team and help ensure projects are delivered on time and to the highest specification. In this role, you will bring together client requirements and stakeholder needs while demonstrating design possibilities through detailed BIM modelling. You will take ownership of your portfolio of projects, managing them from initial design and technical drawings through to the installation of your final design. Clear and consistent communication will be essential, as you will be responsible for keeping clients and stakeholders updated throughout the design and delivery process. Position Duties Ensure all construction drawings and designs are produced on time to a high-quality standard Manage the development and implementation of design proposals to meet client expectations Adhere to budget constraints to maintain financial viability of designs Present proposals for approval to clients Oversee the design process using technical expertise Maintain thorough documentation of designs and development, complying with ISO9001 Keep up to date with changing building legislation and codes of practice Coordinate submissions for building control compliance Lead coordination and production of design data, bid deliverables, reports, and documentation Oversee the design of multiple projects throughout the contract period Review architectural design intent to develop acceptable construction solutions Coordinate subcontractor drawings to resolve conflicts and produce cohesive overall designs Review product technical data for compliance and incorporate into designs Assist with design schedules and provide technical support throughout design and construction phases Attend and lead design team meetings with consultants and subcontract designers Prepare full site reports from surveys on progress, quality, and compliance Stay up to date with industry trends Position Requirements 5+ years' experience in Hard Metal Roofing and/or Flat Roofing and Cladding Design preferred High-level competency with Revit or AutoCAD Knowledge of approved document Part B and NHBC conditions Familiarity with online document portals (e.g., 4Projects, Aconex) advantageous Full driving license, and the ability to reliably to commute to the office in Waltham Abbey Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail Able to work to tight deadlines while maintaining high levels of customer care Strong ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships Construction/design-related further education advantageous (HNC/HND/Degree) Membership of a professional body preferable but not essential Clear verbal and visual communication of construction concepts Good grasp of core construction ideas and principles Proven track record of providing high-quality design information according to project requirements Remuneration and Benefits Up to £60,000 Salary Dependent on experience Regular office hours, 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday 20 Days annual leave plus 8 Bank holidays Christmas Shutdown Company Pension Joining a friendly office team, where bespoke design and high quality customer journey is the standard This is an opportunity to join a team, where the business is growing into bigger and higher value projects. You'll get to design for some incredible projects along with regular larger scale developments, which will allow you show you full range skills. Streamline Search is a technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the United Kingdom. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities. We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts. We are seeking a talented Bid Writer to join our team in Hoddesdon and help us secure future work through high‑quality, compelling tender submissions. As a Bid Writer, you'll lead and coordinate the development of clear, high‑scoring written responses for SQs, ITTs and framework tenders. You'll translate technical expertise into persuasive proposals that reflect our strengths, meet client requirements, and maximise our win rates. Key Responsibilities Produce well‑structured, compliant and persuasive responses for highways, street lighting and technology tenders. Interpret client requirements, scoring criteria and evaluation guidance to shape targeted, winning content. Plan response structures, storyboards and win themes to ensure clarity and consistency. Work closely with operational, technical, commercial and sustainability teams to gather and refine information. Draft, edit and quality‑check content, ensuring accuracy, evidence and alignment with the VolkerHighways brand. Support internal review stages (blue, pink, red, gold) and ensure all submissions are completed to deadline. Develop case studies and evidence to support a user‑friendly bid library. Preferable: contribute to document layout, template design and visual elements that strengthen our proposals.About you Experience writing successful bids in highways, street lighting, technology, or other regulated public‑sector settings. Strong understanding of UK public sector procurement and evaluation (e.g. NEC, frameworks). Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships. High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Working knowledge of Adobe/ InDesign for document design and formatting.If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefit Flexible working opportunities Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP serviceFairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all. #LI-NP1