Estimator – Precision Engineering Specialist

Platinum-Recruitment; Alton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Estimator role in Alton, Hampshire, with a salary between £35,000 and £45,000 plus EOT bonus and excellent benefits. The role requires a mechanical engineering background and at least 5 years in purchasing/estimating within engineering or manufacturing.

You will review drawings, prepare cost estimates, manage bids and work with customers and suppliers. Join a precision engineering environment and contribute to cost-effective manufacturing solutions while developing your commercial and technical

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering background with an apprenticeship or equivalent.
• At least 5 years’ purchasing experience within engineering or manufacturing.
• Confident reading of engineering drawings with GD&T understanding.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials and costing methodologies.
• Strong negotiation and commercial skills.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and Excel skills.
• Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with a professional and positive approach.
• Proactive problem solver who can work independently and in a team.
• Able to meet deadlines in a demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Review technical drawings and specifications.
• Prepare detailed project cost estimates covering materials, labour, equipment and subcontractor costs.
• Manage end-to-end bid process, including proposals and bid management.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, vendors and internal teams.
• Obtain competitive pricing and lead times from suppliers.
• Support sourcing and manufacture of components for projects.
• Produce spend and production capacity forecasts.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost effectiveness.
• Plan and manage workload to meet deadlines.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Apprenticeship

Job description

Estimator role in Alton, Hampshire, with a salary between £35,000 and £45,000 plus EOT bonus and excellent benefits. The role requires a mechanical engineering background and at least 5 years in purchasing/estimating within engineering or manufacturing.

You will review drawings, prepare cost estimates, manage bids and work with customers and suppliers. Join a precision engineering environment and contribute to cost-effective manufacturing solutions while developing your commercial and technical