Roofing Estimator

Can you look at a set of plans and see the roof, every sheet, flashing and fixing of it? Do you know what it really takes to price commercial roofing so the job wins and makes money? Or have you spent years on the roof and you’re ready to put that knowledge to work behind the numbers? We’re after a roofing pricing specialist to join our Estimating team. Sound like you? Keep reading.

Who we are 

Turfrey is a commercial roofing, plumbing and insulated panel subcontractor with regional teams in Wellington, Waikato, Manawatu and Hawke’s Bay, and we’re growing. We’re around 100 people strong, family-led, and proud of the quality we deliver on every site. Our Estimating team sits in our Hastings Support Office and prices work for all our regions.

The role 

Reporting to our Senior Estimator, you’ll prepare and submit commercial roofing tenders that are accurate, competitive and profitable, and build clear schedules of quantities so that when a job is won, the regional team has everything it needs to deliver it well.

This isn’t a role where you’re tucked away with a set of plans. You’ll often be the first point of contact for our clients, handling enquiries and talking through their projects. The relationships you build are a big part of how we win work. Every tender carries the Turfrey name, so getting the detail right matters.

What you’ll do

• Measure, quantify and price commercial roofing tenders from plans and specifications.
• Submit tenders and pricing requests on time, with profitability front of mind.
• Handle client enquiries and follow up on tenders you’ve submitted.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with clients, main contractors and suppliers.
• Produce clear schedules of quantities and keep project documentation accurate for our regional teams.
• Work with the Senior Estimator and regional teams to hand over won work smoothly.

Where you’ll be based 

This role sits within our Estimating team in Hastings, and that’s where we’d ideally like you. But we’re more interested in the right person than the right postcode. We’re open to this role being based elsewhere in New Zealand, including the South Island, where we’re exploring opportunities for future growth.

What you’ll bring 

There’s more than one path into this role. You might be:

• A Quantity Surveyor who has specialised in roofing, with solid commercial roofing pricing experience.
• An estimator with significant roofing pricing experience, from a roofing contractor, supplier or similar.
• An experienced roofer who’s been “on the tools” and wants to move into pricing. You know how a roof goes together, and we’ll back you with training and support to learn the commercial side.

Whichever path you’re on, you’ll have:

• A strong understanding of roofing materials, systems and installation methods.
• Confidence talking with clients. You’re approachable, you listen, and you can explain technical detail clearly.
• A knack for building relationships. People trust you and enjoy working with you.
• The ability to read plans and specifications.
• A sharp eye for detail and a good head for numbers.
• Confidence with technology, including Excel, and a willingness to learn estimating software.
• The ability to juggle multiple tenders, enquiries and deadlines without dropping the ball.
• A dependable, team-first attitude. You take pride in your work and back your colleagues.

Bonus points (not essential)

• Commercial roofing pricing or take-off experience.
• A QS qualification (e.g. NZDQS) or working towards one.
• Experience pricing insulated panel or plumbing work.
• Industry knowledge or connections in the South Island or beyond our current regions.

What’s in it for you

• A competitive salary that reflects your experience.
• A specialist role in a supportive, experienced Estimating team.
• Variety, pricing work across our regions and a wide range of commercial projects.
• The chance to be part of an exciting period of growth.
• Training, development and room to grow your career with us.
• A business that lives its values: Dependable, Proud, Family, Growth, Energy.

Internal applicants welcome 

This role is open to internal and external applicants. If you’re already part of the Turfrey team, whatever your role or region, have a chat with your manager or our People & Capability team.

If you know roofing inside out, enjoy working with people, and want to make a real difference to how our projects are priced and delivered, apply now.