Scaffolding Estimator (6 Month FTC)

5 days, 2 hours ago
Contract
Senior
Operations
Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy: A leading UK renewable energy supplier offering smart tariffs, rewards for energy efficiency, and 100% renewable electricity sources to over three million customers globally.

Electric Utilities
1K-5K
Founded 2015
$1200M raised

Description

  • Review property measurement data, photos, video footage, and solar installation specifications to determine access requirements.
  • Produce accurate, competitive, and timely scaffolding cost estimates and bills of quantities.
  • Ensure estimates and proposed solutions comply with TG20 guidelines, UK Health & Safety regulations, NASC guidance, and industry standards.
  • Communicate project scopes to subcontractor partners and issue quote requests.
  • Negotiate subcontractor rates and align estimates with agreed commercial terms.
  • Maintain clear digital records in the project management system to support handover from estimation to subcontractors.

Requirements

  • Proven scaffolding estimating experience, with domestic, solar, or roofing access experience highly desirable.
  • Valid UK scaffolding credentials or recognised trade qualifications such as CISRS, NVQ Level 3/4 in Scaffolding/Estimating, or certified TG20 training.
  • Strong understanding of TG20 e-Guide, SG4 guidance, and modern scaffolding techniques.
  • Experience dealing directly with contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel.
  • Comfortable working remotely with digital survey software, photo interpretation tools, spreadsheets, and online project management platforms.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong commercial negotiation skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to thrive in an independent, home-based environment.
  • Full UK driving license.
  • Occasional travel to offices across England, including Brighton, Coventry, and Leicester.
  • 6 month fixed-term contract with potential to go permanent.

Benefits

  • Fully remote, home-based working arrangement.
  • Occasional travel to offices across England.
  • Flexible salary discussion based on experience.
  • Opportunity for the role to become permanent after the fixed-term period.
  • Access to Octopus Employee Benefits perks hub.
  • Supportive recruitment process with flexibility around candidate needs.
  • Inclusive hiring approach with interview accommodations available.

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