Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Location

Leeds, GB;
Leeds, GB;
Skipton, GB

Etex is an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by passion for excellence and a focus on employee well‑being. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well‑being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever‑evolving industry.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Estimator to join our team in Skipton. In this role, you will specify, quantify, and price light gauge steel projects, ensuring accuracy from start to finish. You will produce clear lump‑sum estimates, prepare professional tender documentation, and provide a clear vision of the finished product. Working closely with our sales team and clients, you will deliver precise, competitive, and timely project estimates.

• Accurately quantify the total cost of load‑bearing steel, including both technical and site‑related costs.
• Produce precise estimations using company software, including Commercial Preliminary Take‑Off Sheets.
• Review client documentation to ensure it is comprehensive enough to generate an accurate quotation.
• Provide clients with clear guidance on key plans and the proposed load‑bearing layout.
• Advise clients on potential cost implications or variations resulting from design changes.
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to identify value engineering opportunities during the tender stage.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships via phone and direct communication.
• Address commercial queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Ensure a smooth transition from estimating to design through a comprehensive sales handover process.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance commercial processes.
• Collaborate with the sales team to improve the quality of information and the handover process to estimating.
• Liaise with the purchasing team regarding current costs for materials and purchased items.

• Proven experience in estimating, ideally within the construction or manufacturing sector.
• Knowledge of light gauge steel, off‑site construction, and modern methods of construction (MMC).
• Background in manufacturing processes and their application to construction projects.
• Familiarity with quantity surveying principles and cost control methods.
• Proficiency in using relevant software (e.g., Auto Cad, Microsoft Office).
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with the ability to liaise confidently with clients, sales teams, and internal departments.
• Organised, proactive, and capable of managing multiple tenders and deadlines simultaneously.

• Our culture focuses on connecting and caring about those around us, nurturing teamwork, communities, partnerships, and new ways of working, with a high priority on safety and the working environment of our people.
• Our "Road to Sustainability 2030" guide us to build a better, sustainable future, caring about social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.
• We are dedicated to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination, believing that diversity of thinking drives strong and sustainable performance.
• Flexibility:
  We support hybrid and flexible working, trusting you can do your best work in the role.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.