Structural Steel Estimator — Tender & Costing Specialist

Engineering @ 365 Ltd; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A structural engineering firm in Loughborough is looking for an experienced Estimator to manage the full tendering process. Responsibilities include interpreting technical drawings, producing competitive bids, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate has a background in structural, secondary, or architectural steelworks, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to provide accurate costings. This role offers an opportunity to support business growth within a diverse workforce.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator in structural, secondary, or architectural steelworks.
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Excellent commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Strong negotiation and client-facing skills.
• Experience building accurate material, labour, and site costings.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical tender drawings and specifications.
• Extract accurate material quantities and price accordingly.
• Build detailed costings covering materials, labour, plant, and site operations.
• Establish and manage supply chain costs.
• Produce and issue professional quotation documents.
• Liaise with clients to secure new and repeat business.
• Negotiate and finalise tenders.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of market pricing.
• Provide prompt, high-quality responses to all enquiries.
• Lead handover meetings with Contract Managers following tender acceptance.

Skills

Experience as an Estimator

Ability to interpret technical drawings

Attention to detail

Strong negotiation skills

Client-facing skills

Job description

A structural engineering firm in Loughborough is looking for an experienced Estimator to manage the full tendering process. Responsibilities include interpreting technical drawings, producing competitive bids, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate has a background in structural, secondary, or architectural steelworks, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to provide accurate costings. This role offers an opportunity to support business growth within a diverse workforce.