Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for precision and customer service? We’re looking for an experienced Sales Estimator to join our growing team and support the delivery of high-quality fabrication and welding solutions across complex engineering sectors.
THE ROLE
In this role, you’ll play a key part in our project lifecycle, from interpreting technical drawings to producing accurate and competitive estimates. You’ll liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure our proposals meet client requirements while aligning with delivery capabilities and cost targets.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in fabrication estimating, particularly within the Defence and Nuclear sectors, who enjoys a dynamic, client-facing environment
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to prepare precise cost estimates
Collaborate with internal departments to align quotes with operational capacity
Prepare detailed breakdowns for labour, materials, cutting, welding, and finishing
Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotes, and manage RFQs
Visit client sites as required to scope and assess fabrication needs
Lead technical take-offs and analyse enquiry documentation
Deliver pre- and post-tender presentations to customers
Identify project risks and value engineering opportunities
Support continuous improvement of estimating processes
Maintain a prioritised tender pipeline and manage post-tender clarificationWHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
Minimum 5 years’ experience in estimating, costing, or a supervisory role within fabrication/manufacturing
Strong knowledge of welding and fabrication techniques
Familiarity with Defence and Nuclear industry standards and compliance
Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex technical drawings
Excellent attention to detail and cost accuracy
Effective communicator with strong organisational skills
Confident in customer interactions and technical discussionsIDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES:
Highly organised with a fine attention to detail
Commercially astute and numerate
Able to influence both internally and externally
Capable of managing work throughput from RFQ to delivery
Adaptable to changing project requirements
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport at all levelsREQUIREMENTS:
Please be aware that this role requires security clearance. Successful candidates must be able to meet the requirements to obtain, and maintain, appropriate security clearance to be considered for this position BENEFITS:
Contributory pension scheme.
Private medical insurance, including optical and dental.
24/7 employee assistance program.
Life assurance scheme.
Competitive holiday allowance.
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and respects diversity.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons who are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Millbank is proud to be a member of the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’.
Millbank operates as an Employment Agency and Business