Estimator

  • Barker Ross
  • City, Derby
  • 09/01/2026
Full time Construction Quantity Surveyor Estimator

Job Description

Estimator
Location: Derby
Salary: Dependent on Experience
Company: Barker Ross Recruitment

Barker Ross Recruitment are excited to be working with a well-established contractor based in Derby, who are currently seeking an Estimator to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to work on a range of exciting projects, ranging from 20k to 9m in value, across both fit-out and main contracting works.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Senior Quantity Surveyor on live projects to ensure smooth delivery.

  • Attend client site meetings to understand project requirements and provide updates.

  • Prepare costings and pricing for works, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.



Experience & Skills:

  • Previous experience in an Estimator or Quantity Surveyor role, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.

  • Familiarity with Congius software is desirable, but not essential (full training will be provided).

  • Strong communication skills to interact with clients and project teams.

  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.



Projects:

  • Projects ranging from 20k to 9m in value, providing a great variety of work.

  • A mix of fit-out and main contracting works, offering experience in different sectors and project scopes.



Company Benefits:

  • 20 days holiday plus bank holidays.

  • Christmas Eve off with full pay.

  • Car allowance or company car.

  • Pension scheme available to all employees.

  • Private healthcare after 1 year of service (April to April).

  • A cash-rich company with opportunities for growth and progression.



Additional Information:

  • This is an office-based role in Derby, with occasional flexibility to work from home if required.

  • Salary is dependent on experience, and the company offers excellent opportunities for career development and training.

If you are looking for a rewarding role in a dynamic company, where you can develop your skills and make a real impact, then this is the job for you! Apply today to join a growing, financially secure business offering stability and exciting future prospects.

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.