Estimator (Construction)

Roundhouse Recruitment Ltd; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Estimator for a construction role in Swadlincote. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and hybrid work options post-probation. Responsibilities include turning drawings into quotations and managing project updates. Candidates should have 2 years of estimating experience and be comfortable in Excel. Excellent benefits, including bonuses and pay reviews, are provided.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Structured pay reviews

Enhanced family leave

Paid training

Qualifications

• 2+ years' construction estimating/quoting experience.
• Strong attention to detail and numeracy.
• Able to commute to Swadlincote.

Responsibilities

• Turn drawings/specs into accurate take-offs and quotations.
• Clarify scope with contractors/merchants and manage updates.
• Prepare tidy handover packs for operations.

Skills

Construction estimating experience

Reading construction drawings

Proficient in Excel

Attention to detail

Confident communication

Job description

Overview

Estimator (Construction) – Competitive Salary in Swadlincote | Full-time | Hybrid work after Probation | Fast-Track to Senior / Leadership

What you'll do

• Turn drawings/specs into accurate take-offs and quotations.
• Clarify scope with contractors/merchants and manage updates/variations.
• Collaborate with internal design/engineering on technical queries/value options.
• Prepare tidy handover packs for operations once orders land.
• Keep your pipeline, files and trackers up to date with high accuracy.

What you'll need

• 2+ years' construction estimating/quoting experience.
• Comfortable reading construction drawings and working in Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, numeracy, and follow-through.
• Confident communicator by phone/email with customers and suppliers.
• Able to commute to Swadlincote.

Opportunity Highlights

• Tailored Progression: Genuine routes into senior estimator and leadership roles.
• Small, Supportive Team: Join a 2-person estimating team within a 6-person local office-visible impact and close collaboration.
• Flexible Working: Full-time on site during initial 6-month training period, with hybrid options available after.
• Outstanding Benefits: Bonus scheme, structured pay reviews, enhanced family leave, paid training, and more.

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Keywords: estimator, design engineer, take-offs, quotations, construction, Swadlincote, value engineering, bids, proposals, internal sales