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Estimator - Mr Carpet London Ltd

Construction & Trades

28 July 202571 views

Expires in 14 days

About Us
At Mr Carpet, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality flooring solutions to predominantly residential customers. Known for our craftsmanship, attention to detail, and outstanding customer service, we’ve built a reputation over 40 years which homeowners trust. As demand for our services continues to grow, we’re looking for a dedicated and personable Flooring Estimator to join our expanding team.


This is not your typical desk job — as a Flooring Estimator at Mr Carpet, you’ll be out on the road, visiting customers in their homes and helping bring their flooring visions to life. You’ll be responsible for accurately measuring spaces, assessing project requirements, and preparing clear, detailed estimates. You'll work closely with both customers and our in-house sales team to ensure a smooth handover to our expert fitters — making sure every project starts on the right foot.


Your new role:
Travel to customer homes to measure flooring areas and assess installation needs
Have an understanding and respectful approach to make customers feel relaxed and reassured in their homes.
Have a respectful approach to Interpret customer preferences and provide advice on suitable flooring options
Responsible for preparing a detailed and accurate flooring plan in a timely manner
Carry out inspections of where we have identified a faulty floor or any other areas of concern
Processing customer orders thoroughly and accurately where applicable.
Accurately calculate materials, labour, and costs for each project
Liaise with the sales team and fitting crews to ensure seamless project planning




Requirements
Previous experience in flooring, estimating, or a related trade
Comfortable working in customers' homes with a professional, friendly attitude
Strong measuring and maths skills with a keen eye for detail
Excellent communication and customer service abilities
Self-motivated and highly organised
Full UK driving licence and a clean driving record



Why Join Us?
30+ days annual leave
Full Christmas closure
Supportive team culture
Opportunities for growth and advancement
Bright Hr – Vouchers and discount codes for every day living

  • Experience
    Required
  • Employment
    Full-time
  • Starting time
    Immediate start!

pin icon299 Upper Richmond Road, SW15 6TS, London

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Retail • 1-10 Employees

Hiring on JOB TODAY since September, 2022

Mr Carpet is a South London based independent chain of specialist flooring retailers established since 1983. All our staff have many years of experience and a wealth of knowledge of all types of carpets & vinyl flooring and the installation

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