Estimator

Oliver Rae; Cannock; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing steel business in Cannock is looking for an Estimator to join their team. This role involves reviewing technical drawings, building competitive costings, and collaborating with sales and project management. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in estimating within the structural steel sector and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary between £35,000 and £40,000, along with career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Permanent role with job security

Long-term career progression

Valued input and experience

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of estimating experience in structural steel or metalwork.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Detail-oriented with a structured approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Review tender packs and architectural drawings.
• Build accurate costings and negotiate with suppliers.
• Support sales and project management to deliver work.

Skills

Estimating in structural steel

Reading technical drawings

Estimation software knowledge

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Estimator (Steel Industry)

Location: Cannock

Pay Rates: £35,000 - £40,000

Shift Patterns: Days with an early finish on a Friday

We're working with a fast-growing steel business that's investing in its future by bringing in a new estimator. This is a hands‑on role where you'll be pricing live projects, supporting sales, and helping drive profitable growth across their structural steel products.

If you like working with technical drawings and seeing your numbers turn into real, finished projects, this is the kind of role that gives you that satisfaction.

What you'll be doing:

• Reviewing tender packs, architectural and structural drawings, and project specifications
• Building accurate and competitive costings
• Sourcing and negotiating pricing with suppliers and manufacturers
• Highlighting risks, missing scope and value‑engineering opportunities
• Working closely with sales, engineering and project management to win and deliver work
• Supporting bid clarifications and post‑tender negotiations
• Keeping estimating systems, pricing tools and historical data up to date

What they're looking for:

• 2+ years' experience in estimating within structural steel, or a similar metalwork environment
• Strong ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
• Confident Estimator with knowledge of estimation software and Excel
• A sharp eye for detail and a structured, organized way of working
• Good communication skills and the ability to juggle multiple tenders at once

It would be a bonus if you have:

• Experience with steel standards
• Knowledge of GRP or perforated metal products
• AutoCAD or digital take‑off tools
• A background in fabrication or manufacturing
• An understanding of coatings, finishes, transport and installation costs

What's on offer:

• £35,000 - £40,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Permanent, secure role with a growing company
• A position where your experience and input are genuinely valued
• Long‑term career progression and stability

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Oliver Rae is an Established Recruitment Business with offices based in Walsall and Halesowen. We supply Temporary and Permanent Staffing to a range of sectors.

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