Estimator
Turn drawings into winning bids. Own the numbers that win the work.
If you’re an Estimator who likes precision, pace, and seeing your numbers directly influence real project wins — this one’s worth a look. We’re hiring into a specialist engineering environment where your pricing isn’t just “internal admin”… it decides whether projects land or not.
What you’ll actually be doing- Turning technical drawings into accurate, competitive costings
- Breaking down materials, labour, subcontract & install costs
- Analysing tenders, specs & project requirements
- Sourcing and negotiating supplier pricing
- Spotting risks, gaps, and compliance issues early
- Working closely with Sales, Contracts & Production
- Owning estimating accuracy from start to submission
- 2 years’ estimating experience (engineering / construction / manufacturing)
- Confidence reading technical drawings (non-negotiable)
- Strong Excel skills estimating tools (Bluebeam / PlanSwift etc.)
- A sharp eye for detail commercial thinking
- Ability to juggle multiple bids under pressure
- Understanding of materials / manufacturing processes
- Stable 8:30–5:00 working pattern across Monday to Friday only
- 25 days holiday bank holidays
- Employee benefits including discounts across a range of retailers, restaurants, gym, and cinema as well as 24 x7 online GP and Confidential Employee Assistance programme.
- Company pension
- Real influence over winning work — not just processing it
You must be eligible for SC Clearance according to UK Government guidelines & requirements
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