Senior Estimator - Painting & Decorating

Senior Estimator – Painting & Decorating

Location: Carlisle or Manchester
Salary: £45,000 – £55,000

• Manage a range of commercial painting and decorating projects as a senior estimator
• Lead the end‑to‑end tendering process, including take‑offs, pricing, submission, and handover
• Prepare accurate cost estimates using drawings, specifications, and estimating software
• Track tender opportunities within a CRM system, ensuring timely follow‑ups to maximise conversions
• Engage with clients and contractors through site visits, provide technical input, and conduct value engineering to support bids
• Collaborate with internal teams, lead handovers, and mentor junior estimators to strengthen delivery and capability
• Work on project sizes ranging from £4,000 to £4 million

• Estimation experience within the decorating and/or painting sectors
• Preferably with a subcontractor background and commercial project experience
• Good technical knowledge and understanding of industry processes, materials, and costs
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Full UK driving licence

• Company car or car allowance
• Health benefits
• Comprehensive benefits package

Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.