Estimator

Enterprise Recruitment Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-tech engineering company in Watford is seeking an Estimator to support projects ranging from £50k to several million pounds. This key hire will closely collaborate with sales and design teams to prepare accurate quotations and maintain strong supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have a detail-oriented mindset and strong communication skills, with a willingness to learn estimating for high-value technology projects.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating high-value technology or willingness to learn.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications and drawings to produce accurate quotations.
• Prepare and adjust quotations as project requirements evolve.
• Liaise with suppliers for competitive pricing.

Skills

Estimating high-value technology

Interpreting technical drawings

Strong communication

Organisational abilities

Detail-oriented mindset

Commercial awareness

Managing workload

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an Estimator to join a well-established high-tech engineering company. This is a key hire within the organisation, where you\'ll play a central role in supporting projects ranging from £50k up to several million pounds.

This company is growing with great expansion plans and staff investment ideas to ensure you develop to the best of your ability. You will work closely with the sales and design teams to prepare accurate quotations using the company\'s estimation system, based on project specifications and drawings. You\'ll liaise with suppliers for pricing information and occasionally attend meetings alongside sales colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications and drawings to produce accurate quotations and ensure they are issued to clients promptly.
• Prepare and adjust quotations as project requirements evolve.
• Liaise with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with sales and design teams and attend client meetings as needed.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative culture within the open-plan office environment.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience estimating high-value technology or willingness to learn this skill.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities.
• Detail-oriented mindset and commercial awareness.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.