Estimator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Training & development

Career progression

Modern manufacturing environment

Job summary

The Estimator position at Mansell Recruitment Group sits within a fast-paced engineering manufacturer, handling quotations from enquiry to final Costing. You will collaborate with Sales, Engineering and Production to interpret drawings, assess feasibility and calculate costs for bespoke projects.

The role requires strong Excel and ERP/CRM experience, excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritise multiple bids to meet tight deadlines. A clear path for progression is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in estimating, cost engineering or similar technical/commercial role.
• Manufacturing or engineering industry experience.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with CRM or ERP systems.

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 & Costing

Excel

Reading drawings

CRM/ERP

Commercial awareness

Communication

Tools

CRM

ERP

Job description

The Company

A well-established engineering manufacturer supplying high-quality precision products into a range of industrial sectors is looking to recruit an Estimator to join its commercial team.

Working within a fast-paced and technically driven manufacturing environment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing business that prides itself on engineering excellence, innovation and customer service. The role offers long-term career development, ongoing investment in people and technology, and the opportunity to work on a wide variety of bespoke projects.

The Role

As the Estimator, you will take ownership of the quotation process from initial enquiry through to final quotation. Working closely with Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing, you will assess technical requirements, determine the most efficient manufacturing route, calculate costs and produce accurate quotations within customer deadlines.

This is a varied role where no two enquiries are the same, requiring excellent technical understanding, commercial awareness and strong organisational skills.

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.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will have previous estimating, engineering or manufacturing experience and be comfortable interpreting technical information while working to tight deadlines within a commercial environment.

You should have:

Previous experience in an Estimator, Cost Engineer or similar technical/commercial role.

Manufacturing or engineering industry experience.

Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving skills.

Excellent Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.

Experience working with CRM or ERP systems.

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.

Package

£35,000- £40,000 OTE £47,000- £54,000k

Company pension

Ongoing training and professional development

Genuine long-term career progression

Stable and growing engineering business

Modern manufacturing environment

Opportunity to work on a wide variety of bespoke engineering projects