Junior Estimator

Guided Talent Limited; Horley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Guided Talent Limited is seeking a Junior Estimator for a full-time role in the Salfords area, near Horley, Surrey. You will assist in preparing estimates and quotations, reviewing drawings and specs, and gathering costing information.

Ideal candidates have a background in mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering and strong numerical skills. Full training is provided, with potential to progress into more specialist estimator areas as experience grows.

Qualifications

• Solid technical understanding and ability to interpret engineering information.
• Previous estimating experience not essential; full training will be provided.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills; attention to detail.
• Confident communication and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing estimates and quotations for engineering projects.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical information to understand project requirements.
• Work with internal engineering, production and commercial teams to gather accurate costing information.
• Develop understanding of materials, labour, manufacturing processes and project costs.
• Maintain accurate records and support the wider estimating and commercial function.

Education

Degree in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering

Numerical and analytical skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Job description

Junior Estimator

Location: Salfords, near Horley, Surrey
Salary: Up to 30,000
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our client, an established engineering and manufacturing business based in Salfords, near Horley, is looking for a Junior Estimator to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering who is looking to develop a long-term career within estimating.

Previous estimating experience is not essential, as full training will be provided. Our client is looking for someone with a solid technical understanding, strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret engineering information.

You will work closely with experienced colleagues to learn how to prepare accurate estimates and quotations for a range of engineering projects. As your knowledge develops, you will gain exposure to more complex work and have the opportunity to progress into specialist areas of the business.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing estimates and quotations for engineering projects.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical information to understand project requirements.
• Work with internal engineering, production and commercial teams to gather accurate costing information.
• Develop an understanding of materials, labour, manufacturing processes and project costs.
• Maintain accurate records and support the wider estimating and commercial function.

Skills and Experience

• A background, qualification or practical experience in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and an organised approach to work.
• Confident communication skills and a willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working with technical drawings, specifications or engineering information.

This role would suit a recent engineering graduate, college leaver, junior engineer or someone already working within an engineering environment who wants to move into estimating.

There is significant scope for career progression, with the opportunity to develop into specialist technical and commercial areas of the business as your experience grows.