Sales/Estimator

Orchard Recruitment Solutions LTD; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Sales/Estimator to join their client in Leeds. The ideal candidate will have strong technical and analytical skills, capable of creating accurate cost estimates and proposals in the construction industry. Key responsibilities include client relationship management and collaboration with teams to ensure project success. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills to calculate costs accurately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with clients and internal teams.
• Understanding of sales principles and the ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Understanding of commercial and contractual terms and the ability to negotiate effectively.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with relevant software, such as ERP systems and estimating software.
• Knowledge of construction/fit-out/blinds.

Responsibilities

• Analysing project requirements and creating detailed cost estimates.
• Developing proposals with cost breakdowns and technical specifications.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients.
• Collaborating with sales teams and project managers.
• Assisting the sales team in achieving targets with accurate estimates.
• Maintaining accurate records of all estimation activities.
• Interpreting technical drawings and specifications.

Skills

Technical Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Sales and Business Development

Commercial Awareness

Organization and Time Management

Software Proficiency

Industry Knowledge

Tools

ERP systems

Estimating software

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Role: Sales/Estimator

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Salary: 30,000/ 35,000 (DOE)

Our client a key supplier of solar/blinds within the construction industry, are keen to recruit an additional experienced Sales/Estimator to their current team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Estimating and Quoting:

  Analysing project requirements, gathering necessary information, and creating detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, and other associated costs.

• Proposal Development:

  Developing comprehensive and well-presented proposals, including cost breakdowns and technical specifications, that meet client needs and align with company objectives.

• Client Relationship Management:

  Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, acting as a point of contact, and providing expert guidance on technical and commercial aspects of the project.

• Collaboration:

  Working closely with sales teams, project managers, and other departments to ensure smooth project progression and accurate information sharing.

• Sales Support:

  Assisting the sales team in achieving sales targets by providing timely and accurate estimates, participating in client meetings, and contributing to sales strategies.

• System Maintenance:

  Maintaining accurate records of all estimation activities, updating company systems with relevant information, and ensuring data integrity.

• Technical Understanding:

  Interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and contracts to ensure accurate and compliant estimates.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical Skills:

  Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

• Analytical Skills:

  Strong analytical and mathematical skills to calculate costs accurately.

• Communication Skills:

  Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with clients and internal teams.

• Sales and Business Development:

  Understanding of sales principles and the ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities.

• Commercial Awareness:

  Understanding of commercial and contractual terms and the ability to negotiate effectively.

• Organization and Time Management:

  Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Software Proficiency:

  Familiarity with relevant software, such as ERP systems, estimating software, and Microsoft Office suite.

• Industry Knowledge:

  Construction/Fit-out/Blinds knowledge.

Pleaae get in touch with Ryan Recruitment for further information on the role.