Lead Estimator (Construction)

Roundhouse Recruitment Limited; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Estimator in Burton upon Trent. The role involves interpreting drawings, preparing competitive quotes, and leading a team in a fast-growing construction firm. Applicants should have several years of experience in estimating, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD. This is an opportunity to progress into Senior Management within an innovative organization.

Benefits

33 days' holiday (incl. bank holidays; sell/carry options)

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Life assurance & employee assistance programme

Long-service awards, staff rewards/discounts

Qualifications

• Several years' experience in a construction estimating or technical role.
• Proven leadership and people-management skills.
• Confident interpreting drawings and understanding construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Interpret construction drawings and prepare detailed estimating schedules.
• Build cost plans, re-price updates, and issue variations for live projects.
• Lead and develop Design Engineers, setting expectations and reviewing performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organisation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

Lead Estimator - Construction

Salary DOE + Benefits

• Permanent
• Swadlincote
• Start to suit notice

Estimator looking to lead construction estimating in a fast-growing, award-winning organisation offering progression into Senior Management?

As a Senior Estimator, you'll interpret drawings, build competitive quotes and technical schedules, and guide best practice across the estimating function. This Senior Estimator role blends hands-on construction estimating with team leadership and clear progression towards senior management.

Benefits

33 days' holiday (incl. bank holidays; sell / carry options)

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Life assurance & employee assistance programme

Long-service awards, staff rewards / discounts

Tailored progression in a fast-growing, innovative business

Role Snapshot / Features

Interpret construction drawings; prepare detailed, competitive estimating schedules and quotes

Build cost plans, re-price updates and issue variations for live projects

Work with an internal structural team to check basic calculations to current standards

Lead and develop Design Engineers - set expectations, delegate, review performance

Run clear handovers to the project team when orders land

Engage customers via calls / emails; attend office / site meetings when required

Deliver product presentations and occasional site-installation training

Champion Health & Safety; maintain quality and compliance in all outputs

You’ll Need

Several years' experience in a construction estimating / technical role

Proven leadership and people-management skills

Strong analytical / problem-solving; commercially aware and target-driven

Confident interpreting drawings and understanding construction processes / standards

Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Bluebeam and AutoCAD

Excellent communication and organisation

Progression & Impact

This Senior Estimator post is central to pricing strategy and delivery quality. You'll shape estimating standards, mentor colleagues and progress toward senior management as the business scales.

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Click 'Apply' to lead complex bids, develop people and progress your career as a Senior Estimator.

This vacancy is advertised by Roundhouse Recruitment Limited, acting as an Employment Agency.

Keywords: Senior Estimator, Construction Estimator, Estimating, Take-Offs, Quotations, Cost Plans, Variations, Pricing, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Value Engineering, Technical Schedules, Project Handover, Team Leadership, Swadlincote