Estimating Assistant

Daniel Owen Ltd; Normanton on Soar; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniel Owen Ltd in Normanton, Wakefield is seeking a Mechanical Estimator/Estimating Assistant for a temporary, ongoing contract. The role supports the estimating function for a busy contractor based in Normanton and focuses on cost estimation for gas, plumbing and heating works.

The candidate should have a mechanical background, knowledge of installation/repair works, and experience in supervisory, scheduling or estimating roles. Strong admin skills and Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• A mechanical background within plumbing, heating or gas works.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Good working knowledge of Excel and IT systems.
• Ability to price a variety of works as required.
• Dynamic, driven and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Producing cost estimates for gas, plumbing and heating works.
• Pricing installation, repair and maintenance remedial works.
• Obtaining and reviewing quotations from subcontractors.
• Working closely with subcontractors and in‑house engineers.
• Producing estimates for other minor works when required.
• Using Excel and internal systems to prepare accurate quotations.
• Supporting works across the Wakefield district.

Skills

Mechanical background

Administrative and organisational

IT systems confidence

Pricing ability

Dynamic/adaptable

Tools

Excel

Job description

Mechanical Estimator/Estimating Assistant

Normanton, Wakefield
200- 220 per day
Temporary, ongoing contract

We are currently looking for someone with a strong mechanical background to support the estimating function of a busy contractor based in Normanton.

Previous experience as a time-served Estimator is not essential. This could be an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Supervisor, Scheduler or experienced plumbing and heating professional who understands site-based works and is looking to move into an estimating role.

The role will involve:

• Producing cost estimates for gas, plumbing and heating works
• Pricing installation, repair and maintenance remedial works
• Obtaining and reviewing quotations from subcontractors
• Working closely with subcontractors and in-house engineers
• Producing estimates for other minor works when required
• Using Excel and internal systems to prepare accurate quotations
• Supporting works across the Wakefield district

We are looking for someone with:

• A mechanical background, ideally within plumbing, heating or gas works
• Good knowledge of mechanical installation and repair works
• Relevant site, supervisory, scheduling or estimating experience
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Good working knowledge of Excel
• Confidence using IT systems
• A dynamic, driven and adaptable approach
• The ability to price a variety of works as required

This is a temporary, ongoing position with no confirmed end date. There is potential for the contract to continue for up to 12 months, depending on workload and contract requirements.