Technical Estimator

Balmoral Group; Thurnscoe; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2pm Friday finish

Benefits Hub access

Restaurant & shopping discounts

Job summary

Balmoral Tanks is seeking a Technical Estimator to prepare accurate quotations for epoxy, GRP, and stainless-steel tanks. You will work with the UK Sales Manager and Sales Representatives to gather information and ensure quotations meet customer requirements.

The role offers training and development opportunities within a supportive technical sales environment, with a path to broader sales or project responsibilities as you grow.

Qualifications

• Analytical mindset with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical quotations for epoxy, GRP and steel tanks.
• Ensure quotations comply with customer requirements and standards.
• Collaborate with UK Sales Manager and Sales Representatives.
• Coordinate with operations to gather information for quotes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpreting drawings

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Secondary education

Degree beneficial

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Join Our Team as a Technical Estimator

As a Technical Estimator, you’ll play a key role within our sales team, preparing accurate and competitive quotations for our Epoxy, Glass fused steel and Stainless-steel Products. You will work closely with the UK Sales Manager and Sales Representatives across a range of tank products, developing your technical knowledge while supporting customers through the quotation process.

The role offers real opportunities to grow into wider sales or project responsibilities as your experience develops.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Prepare technical quotations for Epoxy, Glass fused steel and Stainless-steel tanks using our bespoke system
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with customer requirements and company standards.
• Work closely with the UK Sales Manager and Sales Representatives.
• Collaborate with the operations teams to gather necessary information for accurate quotations.
• Communicate with customers to understand requirements and provide technical guidance during the quotation process.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to prepare accurate quotations.
• Develop knowledge of industry standards and tank technologies.
• Provide technical advice and support to the sales team and customers.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate quotations.
• Address customer enquiries and resolve any issues related to quotations.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is eager to learn, methodical in their approach, and takes pride in doing things properly. The role would suit someone who enjoys working with technical information, solving problems, and developing their knowledge over time.

You will ideally demonstrate:

• A strong work ethic and a willingness to learn and develop in a technical environment
• A methodical and organised approach, with good attention to detail
• The ability to interpret information and work through problems logically
• Confidence communicating with colleagues and customers to clarify requirements
• Previous experience in technical estimating or knowledge of GRP or galvanised steel tanks is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Excel, Word, and other relevant software.

Qualifications

• Good Standard of secondary education
• A degree is beneficial but not required.
• Confident using IT systems and software

Major Challenges

• Ensuring accuracy and compliance with customer requirements and company standards.
• Managing multiple quotations and deadlines effectively.
• Staying updated with industry standards and advancements in tank technology

Personal Qualities

• Reliable, accountable, and committed to delivering a “Right First Time” culture.
• A team player who embraces change and aligns with our RATER values: Reliability, Authority, Tangibles, Empathy, Responsiveness

Additional Role Requirements

Overall, we employ people who are flexible, methodical and effective team players. Everyone must commit to learning and be willing to thrive in a “Right First Time” culture. Your personal values must align with the Core Value of the Business, and you must demonstrate professionalism and respect when dealing with both internal and external customers.

Why Join Balmoral Tanks?

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative technical sales team.
• Learn and develop within a specialist engineering industry with full training provided.
• Work on a wide variety of projects across the UK construction and fire protection sectors.
• Join a long-established company with a strong reputation & great people.
• Clear opportunity to develop technical expertise and progress into wider sales or project roles.

What We Offer

• 2pm Friday finish
• Access to our Balmoral Benefits Hub
• Discounts on restaurants, holidays, and major supermarkets
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Employee Assistance Program, including confidential support and counselling
• Profit-related bonus
• Increasing annual leave entitlement and option to purchase more
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Christmas shutdown