Building Estimator

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 14 August 2025
LOCATION
Central Manchester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£40,000 / year
CATEGORY
Construction
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SKILLS

Building Estimating Reading and interpreting drawings Analytical skills Communication skills Estimating software Time management Construction industry knowledge

FULL DESCRIPTION

Summary

Exciting opportunities await experienced Building Estimators to join our pioneering ‘Technical Services Team’ at Estimators Online. If you have a minimum of 5 years’ experience post training and are passionate about providing accurate building estimates, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team. Successful candidates will undergo induction at our Technical Services Center in Central Manchester, with the flexibility to choose between hybrid or office-based work post-induction.

Key Responsibilities/Duties:

  • Using our in-house developed software and industry-leading paperless quantification systems, Building Estimators will be responsible for converting building drawings into accurate labour and materials estimates for various domestic building projects. Project scopes encompass a wide variety, including domestic extensions, loft conversions, barn conversions, basement conversions, refurbishments, and new builds.

Core Requirements/Qualifications/Skills:

  • Experienced in building estimating (minimum 5 years post training).
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills with clients and colleagues.
  • Proficiency in estimating software applications.
  • Good organisational and time management skills.
  • Knowledge of construction industry regulations and requirements.
  • Professional and positive attitude.

Building Estimators

Exciting opportunities await experienced Building Estimators to join our pioneering ‘Technical Services Team’ at Estimators Online. If you have a minimum of 5 years’ experience post training and are passionate about providing accurate building estimates, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team. Successful candidates will undergo induction at our Technical Services Center in Central Manchester, with the flexibility to choose between hybrid or office-based work post-induction.

Responsibilities:

Using our in-house developed software and industry-leading paperless quantification systems, Building Estimators will be responsible for converting building drawings into accurate labour and materials estimates for various domestic building projects. Project scopes encompass a wide variety, including domestic extensions, loft conversions, barn conversions, basement conversions, refurbishments, and new builds.

Skills and Requirements

  • Experienced in building estimating (minimum 5 years post training).
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills with clients and colleagues.
  • Proficiency in estimating software applications.
  • Good organisational and time management skills.
  • Knowledge of construction industry regulations and requirements.
  • Professional and positive attitude.

Salary and Benefits:

  • Salary: £40,000 per annum + benefits.
  • Company Medical Insurance after a prequalifying period.
  • Generous Hybrid Allowance.
  • 28 days paid leave initially, rising to 29 days after 1 year, increasing by 1 day every year up to a maximum of 38 days.

Application Process:

Thank you for taking the time to view this offer. If your qualifications and experiences align with our requirements, please send your CV to [contact hidden]

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