ESS6831N - Technical Estimator

ESS Employment Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Gloucester is seeking a Technical Estimator to join their team. This role involves delivering accurate and competitive quotations for steelwork projects. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of estimating experience, a relevant engineering qualification, and strong technical skills. This position offers a permanent contract with benefits including a bonus and 25 days holiday.

Benefits

Annual bonus based on company performance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension

Free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in an estimating role.
• Experience in compiling bid information and producing quotations.
• Experience in structural steel or fabrication-based projects.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of accurate and competitive quotations for a range of steelwork projects.
• Work closely with engineering and commercial teams to interpret drawings.
• Contribute to the success of bids.

Skills

Estimating for structural steel projects

Strong ability to read technical drawings

IT literacy

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Commercial awareness

Education

HNC/HND qualification in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Estimating tools or systems

Industry-standard estimating or CAD software

Job description

LOCATION: Gloucester
HOURS: 08.00 – 16.30 Monday to Friday
START DATE: Immediate
PAY: £50,000pa - £60,000pa depending on experience
Permanent Job
INDHS
Nailsworth Office: 01453 832468
E: [e-mail]
www.ess-emp.co.uk

Vacancy - Technical Estimator

We are looking for a Technical Estimator to join our client’s team.

The ideal candidate will have experience in estimating for structural steel projects. Our client is a leader in the engineering sector and is seeking an experienced Technical Estimator to support the delivery of accurate and competitive quotations for a range of steelwork projects. You’ll work closely with engineering and commercial teams to interpret drawings and contribute directly to the success of bids. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented Estimator with strong technical knowledge and commercial insight to join a stable and forward-thinking team.

Requirements:

• HNC/HND qualification in Mechanical or Civil Engineering
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an estimating role
• Strong ability to read technical drawings and produce accurate material take-offs
• IT literate with good command of estimating tools or systems
• Experience in compiling bid information and producing quotations
• Experience in structural steel or fabrication-based projects
• Familiarity with industry-standard estimating or CAD software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Commercial awareness and a proactive mindset
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments

This role has an initial probationary period of 3 months with review.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Annual bonus based on company performance.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

For further information on the role, or a general chat about other opportunities, please call Liam Edwards on 01453 832468. Alternatively, please email your CV to [e-mail]