Junior Estimator

The Right Hire Recruitment Ltd; Eccles; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Right Hire Recruitment Ltd in Irlam, Greater Manchester, is seeking a Junior Estimator to join a well-established manufacturing business. The role focuses on supporting the preparation of accurate and competitive quotations, reviewing drawings and specifications, and learning to cost material, labour and manufacturing components.

Ideal candidates will be numerate, analytical, and commercially minded, with experience in manufacturing estimating or a fresh Quantity Surveying graduate looking

Qualifications

• Numerate, analytical and commercially minded
• Experience quoting or estimating in manufacturing
• Recently completed Quantity Surveying degree or similar

Responsibilities

• Preparing and supporting production of customer quotations
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and customer requirements
• Calculating material, labour and manufacturing costs
• Liaising with internal teams to obtain costing information
• Supporting senior estimators with larger or more complex quotations
• Maintaining accurate estimating and pricing records
• Communicating with customers and suppliers where required
• Developing understanding of manufacturing processes and costs

Skills

Numerate

Analytical

Commercial minded

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Junior Estimator

Location: Irlam, Greater Manchester
Salary: £27,000 £30,000 per annum
Hours: Days
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Junior Estimator to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Irlam.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within estimating and commercial manufacturing. The role would suit an individual who already has some experience of quoting or estimating within a manufacturing environment, or someone who has recently completed a Quantity Surveying degree and is looking to take their first step into industry.

Working closely with the wider commercial and manufacturing teams, you will be responsible for supporting the preparation of accurate and competitive quotations, helping to assess project requirements and ensuring costs are correctly calculated.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and supporting the production of customer quotations

• Reviewing drawings, specifications and customer requirements

• Calculating material, labour and manufacturing costs

• Liaising with internal teams to obtain accurate costing information

• Supporting senior estimators with larger or more complex quotations

• Maintaining accurate estimating and pricing records

• Communicating with customers and suppliers where required

• Developing an understanding of manufacturing processes and associated costs

About You

We are looking for someone who is numerate, analytical and commercially minded, with a genuine interest in developing a career in estimating.

You may be:

• An experienced Estimator or Quotation Engineer looking for a junior-level opportunity

• Someone who has previously worked in a manufacturing environment and has experience preparing quotes or costs

• A recent Quantity Surveying graduate looking to move into a manufacturing-based estimating role

• Someone with strong mathematical and analytical skills who is keen to learn and develop

Previous manufacturing estimating experience would be advantageous, but training and development will be provided for the right person.

What We Offer

• Salary of £27,000 £30,000, depending on experience

• Days-based working hours

• Opportunity to develop a long-term career within a successful manufacturing business

• Full training and support

• The opportunity to progress within estimating and commercial functions

• A stable and professional working environment