A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd
Contracts Manager / Estimator

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Contracts Manager and Estimator (Roofing)
Bedford | Full-time | £50,000 to £60,000 per annum plus bonus and benefits
Employee Benefits
- Performance bonus up to £10,000 OTE per annum
- Company vehicle for site surveys
- 40-hour week, Monday to Friday
- Hybrid working after probation (4:1 ratio)
- 24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
- Employee healthcare programme and gym membership
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Onsite gym, sauna, ice bath and cycle-to-work scheme
- Early finish at 4pm on Fridays
Company Profile
A fast-growing consultancy and project delivery business specialising in external building fabric access and maintenance. The organisation is known for delivering responsive, practical and commercially focused solutions across the MOD Estate, hotel and commercial property sectors. The environment suits individuals who value initiative, accountability and technical expertise. The role offers genuine scope to influence outcomes, take ownership and contribute to continuous improvement within a growing business.
The Opportunity
The business is recruiting an experienced and commercially minded Contracts Manager and Estimator to support ongoing growth. This hybrid position combines surveying, estimating, client management and project delivery. It suits an individual who enjoys variety, client interaction, technical problem solving and taking responsibility from initial survey through to completion.
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Role Overview
The Contracts Manager and Estimator manages roofing works and wider building facade maintenance and repair projects. The role oversees enquiries through to completion, ensuring strong customer service, commercial performance, quality and safety.
Key responsibilities include
- Conducting roof surveys, inspections and condition assessments
- Preparing quotations, estimates and scopes of work
- Managing client relationships and providing technical advice
- Leading project planning and mobilisation activities
- Managing subcontractors and delivery teams
- Monitoring project performance, quality, programme and costs
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements
- Producing survey reports, progress updates and completion documentation
- Identifying opportunities for additional works and long-term maintenance solutions
- Supporting business growth through service quality and client retention


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Candidate Profile
The successful individual combines technical roofing knowledge with strong project management and commercial capability. A proactive approach, strong communication skills and the ability to see tasks through to completion are essential.
Essential experience
- Background in roofing, construction, maintenance or building fabric projects
- Experience estimating and pricing works
- Strong understanding of roofing systems and repair methodologies
- Ability to read drawings, specifications and technical information
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Excellent communication and client-facing capability
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Proactive and solutions-focused mindset
Desirable experience
- Experience managing roofing contracts or projects
- Knowledge of flat roofing, pitched roofing and building fabric repairs
- Health and Safety qualifications such as SMSTS, IOSH or NEBOSH
- Experience managing subcontractors and site teams
- Knowledge of project management systems and reporting tools
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