Engineering Estimator: Quotation & Costing Expert

Mansell Recruitment Group; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Training & development

Stable and growing business

Modern manufacturing environment

Job summary

Mansell Recruitment Group has partnered with a well-established engineering manufacturer to recruit an Engineering Estimator. The role sits in the commercial team and handles the quotation process from enquiry through to final quotation.

You will work with Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing to assess technical requirements, determine efficient manufacturing routes and produce accurate, competitive quotations within deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience within an estimating role.
• Background within manufacturing.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work across multiple departments.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• A proactive and methodical approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Manage the quotation process from enquiry through to customer submission.
• Review technical drawings and specifications to determine manufacturing requirements.
• Assess project feasibility and identify the most efficient production methods.
• Produce accurate cost estimates based on materials, manufacturing processes and lead times.
• Liaise with Engineering, Production, Purchasing and Sales to obtain technical and commercial information.
• Source material pricing and compare previous manufacturing data where appropriate.
• Prepare clear, accurate and competitive quotations within agreed timescales.
• Maintain quotation records using the company's CRM system.
• Prioritise multiple enquiries while meeting customer deadlines.
• Support continuous improvement of estimating processes and commercial activities.
• Work closely with the Sales team to develop competitive pricing strategies.

Skills

Estimating experience

Manufacturing background

Engineering drawings

Commercial awareness

Excel

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Tools

CRM system

Job description

Mansell Recruitment Group has partnered with a well-established engineering manufacturer to recruit an Engineering Estimator. The role sits in the commercial team and handles the quotation process from enquiry through to final quotation.

You will work with Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing to assess technical requirements, determine efficient manufacturing routes and produce accurate, competitive quotations within deadlines.