Are you an experienced Technical Bid, Estimating or Proposals professional looking to take ownership of end‑to‑end quotation activity? Our client, a leading organisation in the manufacturing/engineering sector, is seeking a highly organised and commercially astute Estimator to lead their quotation function and ensure their bids are accurate, competitive, and fully aligned with customer requirements.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a technical, fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing clarity, structure, and leadership to the bidding process.
The Estimator is responsible for managing the full costing and quotation process from initial enquiry through to final submission. This role ensures that material, labour, and subcontract costings are accurate, competitive, and commercially sound, while coordinating workload to meet customer deadlines. The position also involves reviewing technical data packs to confirm scope, identify risks, and support the preparation of high‑quality, compliant estimates.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the complete estimating and quotation process from receipt of enquiry to final submission
Coordinate and prioritise team workload across material costing, labour estimation, and quote preparation
Review technical data packs, engineering drawings, specifications, BoMs, and customer documentation to fully understand scope
Develop detailed and accurate cost models covering materials, labour, subcontract activities, and associated project costs
Work collaboratively with engineering, procurement, operations, and commercial teams to ensure estimates are technically and commercially aligned
Identify technical, commercial, and operational risks within enquiries and escalate as needed
Deliver estimates within required timescales, meeting both customer expectations and internal deadlines
Support the development of pricing strategies that ensure competitiveness while protecting business margin requirements
Maintain clear, structured, and auditable quotation records, assumptions, and supporting documentation
Drive improvements in estimating processes, including standardisation of costing methods, quality of responses, and workload planning
Provide guidance and direction to the estimating or quotations team to ensure accuracy, accountability, and effective output
Act as a key contact for internal stakeholders throughout the estimate review and approval stagesSkills and Experience Required
Experience in estimating, quotations, proposals, or technical bidding within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Strong knowledge of material costing, labour estimation, and pricing principles
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and detailed customer data packs
Commercially aware, with the ability to balance customer expectations with business objectives
Excellent organisational skills and proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Experience coordinating or leading team workload
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across departments
High attention to detail and strong analytical and numerical capability
Proficient with ERP systems, costing tools, and Microsoft Excel
'Apply Now' or reach out to Ellie at Orion Electrotech for further details!!
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