Trainee Estimator

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Demolition division as a Trainee Estimator, working at our Warrington office.

Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 (dependent on experience)

About the role

We are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Trainee Estimator to join our skilled team. This role is perfect for recent graduates or industry professionals with relevant qualifications and skills, eager to begin or advance their career in the Demolition industry. You will be involved in the entire estimating process, from receipt to submission, including the preparation of deliverables and quality documents. Your contributions will help ensure our estimates are both precise and economically advantageous, reflecting our commitment to delivering the best value in the industry.

Role responsibilities

· Assist in preparing detailed cost estimates for various demolition projects.

· Review and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

· Conduct site visits to gather necessary information for accurate estimates.

· Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other team members to ensure comprehensive and precise estimates.

· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices.

· Utilise MS Office packages, including Excel, Word, and Project, to compile and present estimates and reports.

· Support the development and maintenance of cost databases and estimating software.

· Assist in the preparation of tender documents, submissions, and quality documents.

· Ensure all deliverables meet required standards and deadlines.

· Attend client meetings and site inspections as needed.

· Perform other duties as assigned by senior estimators and the management team.

About you

· A degree in a construction-related discipline (e.g., Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying) or relevant industry experience with necessary qualifications.

· Proficiency in MS Office packages, particularly Excel, Word, and Project.

· Basic understanding of construction drawings and specifications.

· Strong analytical and numerical skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

· Previous experience in the demolition or construction industry is advantageous but not essential.

· A keen interest in the demolition industry and a willingness to learn and develop professionally.

About us

Rhodar Ltd is a leading specialist enabling works provider. We are a market leader in the asbestos removal, demolition, and land remediation industries . We have also recently added fire protection to our portfolio of services.

Supported by over 450 employees at 14 facilities nationwide , our highly trained teams are trusted by major corporations to offer a specialist enabling works solutions covering our core disciplines either individually or collectively across both public and private sectors.

The scale of our projects range from multi-million-pound regeneration works combining our 3 core specialisms to domestic support for insurance clients and housing associations.

You can read more about the work we do at or you can view a video overview of our services at

Why Rhodar?

· 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

· Annual pay review

· Company pension scheme

· Free on-site parking

· Car allowance/company car

· Potential to earn an annual EOT (Employee-Owned Trust) bonus, based on profitability of the business

· Access to an employee assistance programme to support your health and wellbeing

· Excellent career progression and training opportunities

· Investors in People recognition – 2015, 2019 and 2022

· Access to mental health first aiders

· Opportunities to partake in volunteer work and charity events

· Eyecare vouchers

We are committed to being the leaders in our sector and ensure that we develop our employees to reach their full potential. If you are interested in joining an ambitious forward-thinking business with great opportunities for career development, we would love to hear from you.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to reply to each individual applicant. If you do not hear from us within four weeks , then unfortunately your application has not been successful.

We will keep your application on file for six months and we will consider you for future roles within the organisation during this time. Your information will be deleted after six-months. If you wish to be considered for roles after this point, then you will need to re-apply.

The Lexia Solutions Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.