Estimator – Steel Fabrication & Major Projects

Had Fab Limited; Bellshill; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Had Fab Limited is seeking an Estimator to join our Commercial & Estimating team in the UK. You will turn customer enquiries into competitive proposals, pricing, terms and delivery considerations, and support bid activity across major projects.

You’ll work closely with the Estimating & Commercial Manager to ensure proposals meet customer requirements and Had Fab's high standards, while maintaining bid tracking and CRM data for forecasting.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of steel fabrication and manufacturing.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements.
• Estimating and cost-modelling experience.
• Experience with ERP systems within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of the sales process.
• Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.
• A proactive mindset and a genuine drive to win business.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit tender bids from customer drawings, specifications and enquiry documents
• Develop accurate estimates, cost models and competitive pricing
• Build strong customer relationships and understand their requirements
• Identify value-added solutions that benefit both our customers and Had Fab
• Maintain bid tracking, reporting and supporting documentation
• Peer review estimates to ensure quality, accuracy and compliance
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors to achieve the best combination of price, quality and delivery
• Prepare professional quotation letters, including relevant clarifications
• Manage customer communication relating to changes in scope, cost or schedule
• Check specifications and drawings against tender documentation
• Maximise value while maintaining strong cost control
• Keep CRM information accurate and up to date for forecasting and planning
• Work with the wider team to continually improve our estimating processes and capabilities

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of steel

Engineering drawing interpretation

Estimating & cost-modelling

ERP systems knowledge

MS Word & MS Excel

Commercial awareness & sales process

Communication & relationship skills

Proactive drive to win business

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Had Fab Limited is seeking an Estimator to join our Commercial & Estimating team in the UK. You will turn customer enquiries into competitive proposals, pricing, terms and delivery considerations, and support bid activity across major projects.

You’ll work closely with the Estimating & Commercial Manager to ensure proposals meet customer requirements and Had Fab's high standards, while maintaining bid tracking and CRM data for forecasting.