At a Glance
- Tasks: Transform complex drawings into smart bids and manage the estimating process.
- Company: A well-established steel fabrication business with a people-focused culture.
- Benefits: Autonomy, interesting projects, and long-term career security.
- Other info: Join a close-knit team within a large, stable organisation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a supportive environment where your contributions matter.
- Qualifications: Strong knowledge of steel fabrication and excellent numerical skills.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
If you know steel fabrication inside out and enjoy turning complex drawings into smart, commercially sound bids, this could be your next move. We have an amazing opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join a well-established business, playing a key role in securing projects and supporting continued growth. This is a hands-on position where you'll take ownership of the estimating process, working closely with projects, contracts and sales to ensure bids are commercially sound, competitive and deliverable. Although the business operates at scale, the culture remains grounded and people-focused. It's an inclusive organisation, where relationships matter, experience is respected, and contributions don't go unnoticed.
What you'll be doing
- Reviewing technical tender drawings and fully understanding scope, risks and requirements.
- Extracting, quantifying and pricing materials with accuracy and confidence.
- Determining the most efficient fabrication and process routes for each project.
- Applying practical experience to estimate labour and process times realistically.
- Working closely with the supply chain to confirm robust and competitive cost inputs.
- Preparing, issuing and managing quotations and tender documentation.
- Liaising with clients to follow up tenders, answer queries and help convert bids into secured work.
- Maintaining and improving estimating systems, templates and market price benchmarks.
- Coordinating closely with projects, contracts and sales teams to ensure alignment and smooth project delivery.
What we're looking for
- This role suits someone who combines technical credibility with commercial awareness. Ideally, you'll bring:
- Strong, hands-on knowledge of the steel fabrication sector and its supply chain.
- A strong understanding of the industry landscape and how work is typically won.
- A proactive, organised approach with excellent attention to detail.
- Strong numerical and financial skills, backed by sound commercial judgement.
- An analytical mindset, able to interpret information quickly and focus on what really matters.
- Confidence using IT systems and CRM platforms.
What you'll get
- A varied and rewarding role with genuine autonomy.
- The opportunity to work on a wide range of interesting projects.
- A business where people are genuinely valued.
- The stability of a large, well-established organisation with the feel of a close-knit team.
- The chance to improve systems and processes.
- Long-term career security within a respected business.
Estimator in Leicester employer: THEAGENCY LIMITED
Join a well-established business as an Estimator, where your expertise in steel fabrication will be valued and rewarded. With a people-focused culture that prioritises relationships and inclusivity, you'll enjoy genuine autonomy while working on diverse projects within a supportive team environment. Benefit from long-term career security and the opportunity to enhance systems and processes in a stable organisation that respects and recognises your contributions.
