Estimator (Fabrication)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Progression opportunities

Training

On-site parking

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking an Estimator (Fabrication) in Mansfield to lead project costings for architectural metalwork, sheet metal fabrication and structural steel. You will interpret drawings, price labor and materials, and gather supplier quotations to produce detailed estimates.

There is clear progression into senior roles, with training provided. The role operates Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 17:30, with on-site parking in a growing manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating within a metalwork/fabrication environment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and project specs.
• Proficient in calculating material and labour costs and obtaining supplier quotations.

Responsibilities

• Review enquiries, drawings and specifications to define scope and costs.
• Prepare detailed quotations for architectural metalwork, sheet metal and structural steelwork.
• Obtain and evaluate pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Calculate material quantities and labour requirements for estimates.
• Conduct site visits and take measurements to support estimates.
• Work Monday to Friday, 9:00–17:30.

Skills

Estimating

Metal fabrication experience

Cost estimation

Drawing interpretation

Supplier quotations

Tools

Statii ERP

Job description

Estimator (Fabrication)

£42,000 - £50,000 + Progression + Training + Days Only + On-Site Parking

Mansfield

Are you an Estimator, with experience in the fabrication industry, looking to join a growing manufacturing company with exciting progression opportunities?

On offer is the opportunity to join a recently established, yet inherently stable, steel and aluminium fabrication company. Due to rapid expansion, the company is looking for an Estimator to take ownership of a diverse range of projects across architectural metalwork, events and staging, security, and industrial infrastructure.

You will be responsible for preparing estimates through a Statii ERP system. The process will include interpreting technical drawings, calculating material and labour costs, and obtaining supplier quotations.

There is potential for growth within the company, with the opportunity to move into a Director level position. This will diversify your responsibilities into different avenues, including procurement and sales.

The suitable candidate will have experience as an Estimator within a metalwork function. Training can be provided on specific software.

The Role

• Review customer enquiries, technical drawings and project specifications to establish scope and costs
• Prepare detailed quotations for architectural metalwork, sheet metal fabrication and structural steelwork
• Obtain and evaluate pricing from suppliers and subcontractors
• Calculate material quantities, labour requirements and associated project costs
• Conduct site visits and surveys, taking accurate measurements to support estimates
• Monday to Friday, 9 - 5:30

The Person

• Experience working as an Estimator
• Background working in a Metal Fabrication environment

Reference Number: BBBH27833b

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We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.