CAD Estimator / Engineer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Company sick pay scheme

Company laptop, phone and equipment

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking a Technical CAD Estimator in Cumbernauld, UK. The role focuses on design, costing and tender support for bespoke construction and technical installation projects, from concept through to delivery.

You will combine CAD drafting with commercial awareness, reviewing drawings and quotations to produce accurate estimates. The position is office-based with a competitive salary and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Experience in CAD design and estimating for construction/installation projects.
• Ability to review drawings, specs and tender docs to produce accurate estimates.
• Strong IT skills with Excel proficiency for cost take-offs.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate 2D/3D CAD drawings.
• Create concept, construction, manufacturing and as-built drawings.
• Review drawings, specs and tender docs for estimates.
• Prepare quantity take-offs and detailed project cost estimates.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier Quotations.
• Support development of practical, commercially viable solutions.
• Maintain project, drawing and estimating records.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure project delivery.

Skills

CAD interpretation

Collaboration

Cost estimation

Tender preparation

Attention to detail

Education

CAD/Engineering Drawing qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

Job description

Technical CAD Estimator

Location: Cumbernauld (Office Based)

Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 DOE

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

Are you an experienced CAD professional with a flair for technical design and estimating?

We're looking for a Technical CAD Estimator to join a specialist projects team delivering bespoke construction and technical installation projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the design, costing and proposal stages of a wide range of exciting projects, working from concept through to delivery.

This position offers a varied workload where no two projects are the same. You'll combine technical drawing expertise with commercial awareness, working closely with suppliers, project teams and stakeholders to produce accurate designs and competitive project estimates.

What You'll Be Doing

• Producing accurate 2D and 3D CAD drawings.
• Creating concept, construction, manufacturing and as-built drawings.
• Reviewing technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation.
• Preparing quantity take-offs and detailed project cost estimates.
• Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Supporting the development of practical and commercially viable solutions.
• Preparing technical documentation and proposal support material.
• Maintaining accurate project, drawing and estimating records.
• Working closely with internal teams to support successful project delivery.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a CAD Technician, Technical Estimator, Design Technician or similar role.
• Strong AutoCAD and SketchUp skills.
• Ability to interpret architectural, construction or engineering drawings.
• Experience preparing estimates and reviewing supplier quotations.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• A qualification in CAD, Engineering Drawing, Architectural Technology or a related discipline.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Experience

• Construction, building services, manufacturing, leisure or wellness sector experience.
• Knowledge of Revit or BIM software.
• Understanding of mechanical systems, plant rooms or specialist installations.
• Experience supporting tender submissions or technical sales proposals.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary of £36,000 - £40,000 DOE.
• 28 days annual leave.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Company sick pay scheme.
• Company laptop, phone and equipment provided.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and technically interesting projects.