Estimator, Construction, Building & Residential Construction

Location: Earl Shilton

Job Title:

Estimator

Salary:
Competitive (DOE)

Location:

Site Based
-Leicestershire

Shift: 8am - 5pm Mon - Thurs (8am - 2.30pm on Friday)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date:

Immediate

The Opportunity

A well-established UK specialist flooring contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join its commercial team at its head office in Leicestershire.

Operating nationally for over 20 years, the business delivers high-performance flooring solutions across industrial, commercial, healthcare, food manufacturing, pharmaceutical and sports environments.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of technically challenging projects with a respected contractor in the sector.

The Role

As an Estimator will take responsibility for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for flooring and resin flooring projects, working closely with operations, procurement, and clients.

Key Responsibilities:

-   Preparing detailed cost estimates and tenders from drawings, specifications, and site surveys

-   Pricing resin flooring systems, screeds, finishes, and associated works

-   Liaising with suppliers and manufacturers to obtain accurate material pricing

-   Attending site visits and pre-tender meetings where required

-   Identifying value-engineering opportunities and commercial risks

-   Supporting junior estimators and contributing to bid strategy

-   Ensuring submissions are completed accurately and on time

Requirements

Proven experience as an Estimator or Senior Estimator within flooring, resin flooring, or specialist construction trades
Strong understanding of resin flooring systems (industrial, hygienic, commercial or sports flooring preferred)
Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
Excellent numerical, analytical, and organisational skills
Commercial awareness and strong attention to detail
Confident communicator, comfortable working with clients, suppliers, and internal teams
Proficient in estimating software and Microsoft Office
Full UK driving licence

Package & Benefits

Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Long-term, stable position with a reputable contractor
Exposure to high-value, technically complex projects
Supportive and experienced commercial team
Opportunity for career progression within an established business

Next Steps:

Apply to this Senior Electrician role through this advert. If you would like more information about this role, please contact our Construction team on (phone number removed).

If successful, you will need to digitally register with our agency (if you haven't already done so). If you have not been contacted regarding your application within 7 days please assume that you have not been successful. We will however retain your application for any future roles for which you may be suitable.

About Regional Recruitment Services - A Recruitment Agency in (State location of work e.g. Leicester)

This position is advertised by Regional Recruitment Services Ltd, an award-winning independent recruitment agency that has been operating since 2008. We offer permanent, temporary and contract jobs within the Commercial, Construction, Industrial and Engineering sectors. To view all of our positions available throughout the United Kingdom, please visit our website ((url removed)).

Regional Recruitment Services, RRS LTD

Telephone: (phone number removed) - Email: (url removed)

Address:
Unit 5, Meridian Business Park, 21 Centre Ct, Leicester LE19 1WR

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