We are seeking a detail-oriented and commercially focused Estimator to join our client's team within a specialist engineering and manufacturing environment.
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The successful candidate will play a key role in preparing accurate, competitive and commercially viable cost estimates for bespoke industrial chain assemblies and associated mechanical components. Working from engineering drawings, technical specifications, customer enquiries and tender documentation, you will assess project requirements and calculate the materials, labour, manufacturing processes and associated costs required to deliver each order.
Working closely with the Engineering, Production, Procurement and Sales teams, you will ensure quotations are technically sound, accurately costed and aligned with customer requirements, production capabilities and company margin targets.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator with a background in engineering or manufacturing to contribute directly to business growth, customer satisfaction and profitability.
Key ResponsibilitiesEstimating and Quotation Preparation
You will review customer enquiries, engineering drawings, technical specifications and tender documentation to establish the full scope and requirements of each quotation. You will interpret technical drawings and specifications to identify materials, dimensions, tolerances, component requirements and manufacturing processes.
You will prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates covering raw materials, bought-in components, labour, machining, fabrication, assembly and any additional production requirements. This will include calculating manufacturing costs and lead times, taking into account production capacity, operational requirements and supplier availability.
You will prepare formal quotations in accordance with company pricing policies, commercial guidelines and agreed profit margin targets, ensuring all quotations are clear, accurate, professionally presented and submitted within agreed customer deadlines.
You will identify any missing information, technical uncertainties or discrepancies within customer enquiries and liaise with the relevant teams to resolve them before submitting a quotation. You will also assess the commercial and operational viability of enquiries, highlighting potential risks, additional costs or unusual requirements.
Engineering and Cross-Departmental Collaboration
You will work closely with the Engineering team to clarify technical requirements, assess design considerations and confirm the feasibility of proposed solutions. Liaising with Production, you will establish realistic manufacturing methods, labour requirements, production timescales and capacity considerations. xgikmsk
You will collaborate with Procurement to obtain accurate material costs, supplier quotations, component pricing and delivery lead times. You will also engage with Sales and Customer Service teams to cla...
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