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Bodyshop Controller Vacancy:
- Salary up to £55,000 per annum plus bonus
- 45 hours per week Monday - Friday
- 23 days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Company Benefits
- Permanent Role
We are working with a growing Accident Repair Group looking for a highly skilled Bodyshop Controller to join their team based in the Leatherhead area.
This company is renowned for repairing vehicles the right way with quality, and genuine care.
They work with innovative manufacturers, so they need a team that is constantly looking to improve and stay ahead of the curve.
If successful you will be working in state-of-the-art environments and provided training opportunities to keep you at the top of your game.
Key Bodyshop Controller Responsibilities:
- Working closely with the Bodyshop productives you will be responsible for ensuring that all body repairs and paintwork meet defined quality procedures/Standards.
- Promoting inter-department co-operation as well as ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures will all be part of the role
- You will also be responsible for overseeing and motivating a team of productive staff as well as working closely with the estimators to ensure that the site is as profitable as possible.
- Detecting any imperfections, misalignments, damage, or blemishes on the repaired vehicle, including paint defects, panel gaps, and improper fitting.
- Verifying that all repair procedures were followed correctly, including proper parts usage, repair techniques, and adherence to industry best practices.
As an Bodyshop Controller you will have:
- Been working in a similar role as a Bodyshop Controller within a Bodyshop.
- Ideally have experience with Autoflow.
- Computer literate.
- Experienced in Defect Identification, Quality Assurance Checks, Documentation, Customer Feedback, Standard Compliance, and confidence reporting issues to technicians to ensure manufacturer standards are achieved.
- Have experience in developing relationships with customers and colleagues.
- Have the drive and determination to maintain a productive department and the ability to work under pressure and achieve results through other people.
If you want to hear more about the Bodyshop Controller role, please send us your CV by clicking apply now or by contacting Piam on 01202 552915 / piam@holtautomotive.co.uk to discuss further.
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Type: Permanent Location: Leatherhead,England
Start: 09/09/2026
Salary / Rate: £55000 per annum, Benefits: Bonus
Posted: 2026-09-09 10:52:04
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A leading structural steel specialist is currently looking for a permanent Senior Estimator in County Londonderry.
The role is focused on selling and bringing new work into the business, securing structural steel packages and maintaining that sales drive on an ongoing basis.
Start Date: ImmediateSalary: £70,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Hours: 40 hours per week Location: County Londonderry Duties:
Sales and business development to bring new work into the business
Winning and securing structural steel packages
Continuing sales activity once work is secured
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Type: Permanent Location: Magherafelt, Northern Ireland
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £70000.00 per annum
Posted: 2026-09-08 18:14:25
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Are you an experienced roofing Estimator or Quantity Surveyor who can take ownership of tenders and help shape how a growing contractor prices and wins work? Abbey Roofing is looking for an experienced commercial professional to join its Bedford-based team.
You will independently manage roofing tenders from initial enquiry through to submission, while helping improve pricing, margins and estimating processes across a strong pipeline of secured and tendering work. Why Join Abbey Roofing?You will be joining an established roofing contractor with a strong pipeline of work and ambitious plans for continued growth.
This role offers genuine responsibility and autonomy while allowing you to work alongside an experienced commercial and operational team.
If you take ownership, understand specialist subcontracting and want to play an important part in how Abbey Roofing prices and secures future work, we would be pleased to hear from you.This is an opportunity to take on genuine responsibility and autonomy from day one.
Working alongside our existing Lead QS and commercial team, you will also have the chance to influence how our commercial department develops as the business continues to grow. The RoleThis role is suited to an experienced Estimator or Quantity Surveyor who can take ownership of roofing tenders and work confidently with minimal supervision.You will price projects using drawings, specifications, site surveys and client documentation.
This will include preparing accurate labour and material build-ups, obtaining and negotiating supplier quotations, and identifying commercial risks and opportunities.You will also help us continually improve the way Abbey Roofing prices and wins work, including tender turnaround times, estimating templates and internal processes.Some tenders will be based on Schedule of Rates (SOR) pricing, particularly within planned maintenance, social housing and reactive works.
Previous SOR experience is not essential but would be highly desirable. Key Responsibilities
Independently manage roofing tenders from initial enquiry through to final submissionReview drawings, specifications, scopes of work and tender documentationPrepare detailed labour, material and subcontract cost build-upsProduce material schedules and accurate take-offsObtain, compare and negotiate supplier and subcontractor quotationsIdentify exclusions, qualifications, risks and commercial opportunitiesAttend occasional site visits to understand project scope or site conditionsPrice work using traditional tender build-ups and, where applicable, Schedule of RatesMaintain accurate supplier, material and labour cost informationInput and manage quotations using estimating software and company systemsWork with the Lead QS to review pricing strategy and improve tender marginsHelp improve tender turnaround times, estimating templates and internal processesMonitor quotation performance and help assess win rates and pricing trendsCommunicate professionally with clients, suppliers, site teams and subcontractors
Roofing PackagesExperience in some or all of the following would be advantageous:
Pitched roofingTiles and slatesFlat roofing systemsFelt, single-ply and liquid roofingLeadworkFascia, soffits and rainwater goodsInsulation upgradesRoof refurbishment and planned maintenanceSocial housing roofing programmesNew-build roofing packages
What We Are Looking ForEssential
A minimum of three years’ experience in estimating, quantity surveying or a commercial construction roleExperience within roofing, cladding, waterproofing or another specialist subcontract environmentThe ability to independently manage a tender and quotation workloadStrong commercial awarenessExcellent attention to detail and numerical accuracyThe ability to read and understand construction drawings and specificationsStrong Excel skillsConfidence preparing labour and material cost build-upsA good understanding of supplier procurement and quotation managementStrong communication skillsThe ability to manage deadlines and prioritise multiple tendersConfidence using digital systems and softwareA process-improvement mindset
Desirable
Previous experience working with Schedule of Rates (SOR)Experience pricing social housing or planned maintenance contractsExperience using estimating software such as RapidQuote, CATO or similarKnowledge of roofing materials, systems and manufacturersExperience negotiating supplier pricingExperience improving estimating or tender processesExperience managing subcontractor packagesAn RICS qualification or progress towards another recognised commercial qualification
What Success Looks LikeYou will be expected to:
Independently manage and deliver quotationsMaintain accurate and commercially competitive pricingMeet agreed tender deadlinesHelp improve quotation turnaround timesDevelop strong relationships with suppliers and clientsIdentify commercial opportunities and pricing efficienciesContribute to increasing tender volume and successful tender conversionsHelp develop Abbey Roofing’s estimating and commercial processes
What We Offer
Salary of £50,000–£55,000 per annum, depending on experienceCompany pensionCompany eventsOffice-based role in BedfordVaried workload across commercial, new-build and social housing projectsGenuine responsibility from day oneOpportunity to help shape and improve our commercial departmentLong-term progression within a growing roofing contractorSupportive and experienced team environment
About Abbey RoofingAbbey Roofing is an established and growing roofing contractor delivering pitched and flat roofing packages across the commercial, new-build, planned maintenance and social housing sectors throughout London and the South East.
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Type: Permanent Location: Ridgmont, Bedfordshire, England
Start: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Salary / Rate: £50k - 55k per year
Posted: 2026-09-08 13:28:57
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Estimator - Highways & Civil Engineering
Location: Rainham, Essex Salary: £50,000 - £80,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + 25 Days Holiday Job Type: Full Time | Permanent
Join a Growing Highways Contractor Delivering Major Local Authority Projects
We're looking for an experienced Estimator to join an established and expanding highways contractor based in Rainham, Essex.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator with experience in highways, surfacing, civil engineering or infrastructure to play a key role in securing a diverse range of projects across London and the East of England.
You'll be working on everything from local authority term maintenance contracts through to standalone civil engineering and Section 278 schemes, becoming an integral part of a business with an excellent reputation for delivering quality highway projects.
The Role
Working closely with the commercial and operational teams, you'll be responsible for producing accurate, commercially competitive tenders across a varied portfolio of highway maintenance and civil engineering projects.
Projects will include:
Highway maintenance works
Carriageway and footway resurfacing
Section 278 schemes
Civil engineering projects
Drainage works
Public realm improvements
Private developer works
Local authority framework projects
Key Responsibilities
Preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions
Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documentation
Completing detailed take-offs and bills of quantities
Pricing labour, plant, materials and subcontract packages
Obtaining and analysing supplier and subcontractor quotations
Identifying commercial risks and value engineering opportunities
Liaising with clients, suppliers and internal delivery teams
Supporting handover from tender stage through to project delivery
Managing multiple tenders simultaneously whilst meeting deadlines
About You
We're keen to speak with Estimators who have experience within one or more of the following sectors:
Highways
Civil Engineering
Road Surfacing
Infrastructure
Utilities
Groundworks
You'll ideally have:
Previous estimating experience within highways or civil engineering
Strong commercial awareness
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to interpret drawings and specifications
Good understanding of estimating software and Microsoft Office
Excellent organisational and communication skills
The ability to work independently whilst contributing to a collaborative team environment
What's On Offer?
Salary between £50,000 and £80,000, depending on experience
Performance-related bonus
Car allowance
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Long-term career progression
Stable pipeline of local authority and private sector projects
Supportive and experienced commercial team
Opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting schemes
Apply
If you're an experienced Estimator looking to join a growing business with an excellent reputation in the highways and civil engineering sector, we'd like to hear from you.
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Type: Permanent Location: Rainham, England
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £80000 per annum + + Car Allowance + Bonus + 25 Days Holiday
Posted: 2026-09-05 08:51:03
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Vehicle Damage Assessor / VDA Vacancy:
- Basic up to £56,000 per annum plus Bonus
- 45 hours per week Monday to Friday
- 23 days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Permanent Role
- Great company benefits.
We are working with a growing Accident Repair Group looking for a highly skilled Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor to join their team based in the Leatherhead area.
This company is renowned for repairing vehicles the right way with quality, and genuine care.
They work with innovative manufacturers, so they need a team that is constantly looking to improve and stay ahead of the curve.
If successful you will be working in state-of-the-art environments and provided training opportunities to keep you at the top of your game.
Key role and responsibilities as an Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor:
- Accurately and professionally assess a wide range of vehicles
- Use computerised estimating systems
- Calculate costings and the time required to complete all necessary repairs
- Liaise regularly with insurance engineers
- Contact customers to provide updates
Minimum requirements as an Estimator / Vehicle Damage Assessor:
- Must have experience working as Vehicle Damage Assessor in a vehicle accident repair centre.
- Must have experience using estimating software (ideally Audatex)
- ATA is advantageous but not essential
- Ensure customer expectations are met and demonstrate great service skills
If you want to hear more about the VDA role, please send us your CV by clicking apply now or by contacting Piam on 01202 552915 / Piam@holtautomotive.co.uk to discuss further. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Leatherhead,England
Start: 04/09/2026
Salary / Rate: £56000 per annum, Benefits: + Bonus
Posted: 2026-09-04 12:49:04
