Junior Estimator

Elevation Recruitment Group; Bradford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevation Recruitment Group is partnering with a leading specialist engineering company to recruit a Junior Estimator in Bradford. You will learn how to read specifications and drawings, understand client requirements, and use product selection software to estimate bespoke equipment.

You’ll support Sales and Project Management with technical information and queries while getting hands-on training. This role suits someone starting their career in engineering, with an aptitude for maths and

Qualifications

• Aptitude for maths and science and an interest in engineering.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate work.
• Positive, flexible approach with ability to work in a team and handle changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Read specifications and drawings to prepare quotations.
• Understand client requirements and estimate bespoke equipment.
• Use product selection software to generate estimates and support Sales/Project Management with technical information.
• Learn from experienced colleagues and gain day-to-day support.

Skills

Maths & science interest

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Product selection software

Tools

Product selection software

Job description

Junior Estimator

Location: Bradford

About the role

We’re working with a leading specialist engineering company who are looking for a Junior Estimator to join their team.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to move into estimating, to learn from experienced colleagues while building real technical and commercial knowledge.

We are happy to receive applications from recent graduates or someone looking to start their career in engineering.

You'll help prepare quotations by reading specifications and drawings, understanding client requirements and using product selection software to estimate bespoke equipment, supporting our Sales and Project Management teams with technical information and queries.

This position would be ideal for an outgoing individual who is looking for regular client contact.

About you

You don't need to be an expert. We're looking for potential and the right attitude:

• An aptitude for maths and science, and an interest in engineering
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate work
• A positive, flexible approach, with the ability to work in a team, manage changing priorities and meet deadlines
• A willingness to learn and undertake further training

Desirable, but not essential:

some experience in, or a qualification relevant to, engineering, estimating or design.

What you'll gain

Hands-on experience across product selection, estimating, design and customer requirements, with training and day-to-day support from experienced colleagues.