Estimator - Engineering & Manufacturing We are partnering with a long-established engineering and manufacturing organisation to appoint an Estimator who will play a key role within their technical and commercial operations. This vacancy arises due to an upcoming retirement, creating a period of transition in which knowledge transfer and structured handover will be available. The successful candidate will contribute directly to accurate cost preparation, quotation quality and technical support, working closely with internal teams to ensure high standards of customer service and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities The role will involve a blend of technical assessment, costing, supplier liaison and CAD-related duties. Core responsibilities include: - Preparing accurate cost estimates covering materials, labour and associated services - Inputting cost data into internal systems, predominantly Excel and the company's CRM - Identifying, investigating and addressing variances between estimated and actual costs - Reviewing and processing all Requests for Quotes (RFQs) from customers and sales colleagues within agreed service levels - Liaising with internal and external sales teams to clarify technical or commercial queries - Producing CAD drawings where required; the business currently uses SolidWorks - Reading, interpreting and working from engineering drawings - Ensuring drawings and technical files are stored and maintained in line with company policy - Contributing to internal process improvements and supporting product and process standardisation initiatives - Supporting new product development activities where required - Maintaining accurate CRM entries, including pricing and project information - Building effective working relationships across departments to support overall sales performance - Carrying out any additional duties reasonably required to support the team Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will bring a combination of technical understanding, analytical ability and professional communication skills. Specifically, we are seeking: - Strong IT proficiency, particularly within Excel - CAD experience, ideally SolidWorks, or the willingness to upskill quickly - Ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings - Previous experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment - A practical, solutions-focused approach - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Confident telephone manner when engaging with suppliers and colleagues - Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-based environment - Strong organisational and prioritisation skills Hours, Salary and Benefits - Salary: £30,000 to £37,000 depending on experience, with potential flexibility for an exceptional candidate - Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:00 to 16:35 Friday: 8:00 to 15:45 - Office-based role in a modern working environment - Free on-site parking - Pension scheme (auto enrolment) - 25 days annual leave plus 8 statutory days - Death in Service benefit - Sickness Bonus - Full in-house training provided Overview This is an excellent opportunity for an Estimator seeking long-term stability, structured training and involvement in a specialist engineering environment. With key team members available for a full handover, the successful candidate will be well supported as they become established in the role.