Lead Design Engineer (Estimating) - Construction
Salary DOE + Benefits * Permanent * Swadlincote * Start to suit notice
Are you an Estimator / Design Engineer with Management experience looking to lead complex technical enquiries, mentor designers and help drive standards in a growing manufacturer expanding globally
Benefits
33 days' holiday (incl. bank holidays; sell/carry options)
Westfield Health Cash Plan
Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
Life assurance & employee assistance programme
Long-service awards, staff rewards/discounts
Tailored progression in a fast-growing, innovative business
Role Snapshot / Features
Interpret construction drawings; prepare detailed, competitive technical schedules/quotes.
Provide basic calculations to current standards with support from an internal structural team.
Issue cost variations for live projects; keep trackers/files accurate.
Lead & develop Design Engineers: set expectations, delegate, review performance.
Run clear handovers to the project team when orders land.
Build customer relationships via calls/emails; attend office/site meetings as required.
Deliver product presentations and occasional site-installation training.
Champion Health & Safety; maintain quality and compliance in all outputs.
You'll Need
Several years' experience in a construction estimating/technical role.
Proven leadership and people-management skills.
Strong analytical/problem-solving; commercially aware and target-driven.
Confident interpreting drawings; sound knowledge of construction processes/standards.
Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Bluebeam and AutoCAD.
Excellent communication and organisation.
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This vacancy is advertised by Roundhouse Recruitment Limited, acting as an Employment Agency.
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