A day in the Life of a Beam & Block Floor Design Estimator
This insight comes from a question-and-answer session with Floorspan Contracts Estimator, Jill, who plays a key role in our beam and block floor design process.
“I’ve worked with Floorspan Contracts for two-and-a-half years. A typical day for me involves using architectural drawings to design high-quality beam and block flooring solutions. These drawings usually come to us as part of an enquiry, and from there the design process begins.”
At Floorspan, estimating is about far more than pricing. It’s a design-led role, combining technical ability with customer collaboration.
“My work involves speaking with customers, building relationships, and gaining a clear understanding of each project’s requirements. Every design has to work structurally, practically, and commercially.”
Turning drawings into real floors
Success, for Jill, is both personal and professional.
“I measure success by being happy in my role and winning jobs. On a personal level, there’s nothing better than seeing my designs on paper turned into real beam and block floors on site.”
When Jill started at Floorspan, she was relatively new to the precast flooring industry.
“It was challenging at first, especially learning new skills in a completely new sector. But with the right support and a willingness to learn, the challenge is manageable.”
Key Skills for a Flooring Design Estimator
According to Jill, the most valuable skills in beam and block floor design and estimating include:
- Attention to detail
- Strong people skills
- Problem-solving ability
- A solid grasp of basic maths
“With good team members around you to support and motivate you, it makes the journey worthwhile.”
Design, Software & Performance
Estimators at Floorspan work with specialist design and estimating software built specifically for precast concrete flooring design and manufacture. This ensures every beam and block floor is accurately designed and efficiently priced.
Performance is measured using clear targets, including:
- The value of quotations issued
- The number of quotations converted into orders
“This gives us something tangible to aim for and helps us continuously improve.”
Innovation in Floor Design
“One thing that keeps the role interesting is how much the company is evolving. We recently launched eFloor Plus, an insulated beam and block flooring system. That meant learning a new design and pricing approach, but it’s already proving successful.”
A Design-Led Team Environment
“There’s a friendly atmosphere in the office, and the estimating team works closely together. Being supportive of each other makes a big difference.”
Ultimately, everything comes back to the customer.
“The customer is the most important part of the process. If I work hard, apply my skills, and keep the customer happy, I get to see my work contribute to building projects across the country.”
This people-first, design-led approach sits at the heart of our wider beam and block floor design service.
