Junior Estimator / Design Engineer Competetive Salary Swadlincote | Full-time | Hybrid work after Probation | Fast-Track to Management Get paid to learn, grow, and climb the ladder into Management in a high paced Estimating / Design role Join a market-leading construction-product manufacturer that promotes graduates into senior, client-facing or team-lead roles within three years. You'll master estimating and basic structural checks while a mentor and external courses set you up for higher salaries and bigger responsibility. What's in it for you Clear progression roadmap to Senior Estimator, Design Manager or People-Manager track. Formal training budget Salary reviews at defined milestones (prove you've levelled up, watch your pay follow). 33 days' holiday | health cash plan | life assurance | staff rewards & discounts. Typical graduate pathway Months 0-6 - learn the software, price real enquiries, shadow design & site reviews. Months 6-18 - own small/medium projects; sit design-hand-over meetings; attend client calls. Months 18-36 - choose your next step: Senior Design Engineer / International Progression Day-to-day you will Convert architect's drawings into accurate cost schedules (training provided). Liaise with contractors, merchants and production to lock in budgets and delivery dates. Work with in-house structural engineers on basic calcs and value-engineering ideas. Compile hand-over packs so project teams hit the ground running. Analyse win/loss data to sharpen future bids. We're looking for Degree or HND in Civil/Structural Engineering, Architectural Technology, Construction Mgmt or similar Confident interpreting drawings; solid knowledge of construction process & standards. Curiosity about how buildings go together and a head for numbers. Confident communicator keen to build client relationships. Ready to turn your degree into rapid career growth? Apply now and secure your place on this fast-track programme. Advertised by Roundhouse Recruitment Ltd acting as an Employment Agency. Keywords: graduate estimator, trainee engineer, construction career, progression programme, Swadlinote, structural, civil, training, fast-track, derbyshire