Estimator (Fabrication/Manufacturing)

Estimator (Fabrication/Manufacturing) Ballymena £40-45k Vickerstock are working in partnership with a growing engineering and manufacturing business based in Ballymena, to recruit a Fabrication/Manufacturing Estimator. As the business continues to scale, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join a developing operation, playing an important role in supporting commercial growth and ensuring accurate, competitive quotations for a range of engineering and manufacturing projects. The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of fabrication or manufacturing processes, alongside the ability to interpret engineering drawings and accurately calculate project costs. What's on offer: Salary £40-45k, reflective of experience 4day week: Monday to Thursday 7am - 5pm. Opportunity to join a growing engineering and manufacturing business. The chance to make a meaningful contribution to the continued development and success of the business. Your day to day: As the successful Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive quotations, ensuring all material, labour and manufacturing costs are accounted for. Preparing detailed cost estimates and quotations for fabrication and manufacturing projects. Calculating material, labour, machining and fabrication costs to ensure accurate project pricing. Reviewing engineering drawings and CAD files to understand project requirements and manufacturing specifications. Liaising with internal teams to establish production requirements, manufacturing processes and associated costs. Ensuring quotations are commercially competitive while maintaining appropriate margins. Supporting the business as it continues to expand its customer base and manufacturing capabilities. What you will need: Previous experience within a Fabrication, Manufacturing or Engineering Estimator role A strong understanding of fabrication, machining or manufacturing processes. The ability to accurately calculate material, labour and production costs. Essential experience interpreting engineering drawings and CAD files. Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines. A commercially minded approach with an understanding of the importance of accurate and competitive quotations. (applications form experienced Fabricator/Design Engineers transitioning into estimating also considered). Interested? If you have a background in fabrication, manufacturing or engineering estimating and are interested in joining a growing business in Ballymena, I would welcome a confidential conversation. Contact Paul Muir at Vickerstock to discuss the opportunity in more detail. Skills: Estimator Manufacturing Fabrication TPBN1_NI