Anderson Recruitment Ltd
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Our forward-thinking client are looking to recruit a Sales Estimator to join their down to earth and dedicated team. This is a permanent, office-based role from their offices in Gloucester. In return for your work, they can offer a supportive working environment, the opportunity to develop your career and the chance to join a growing business. Working closely with the sales team, you will be responsible for managing incoming tenders, preparing accurate quotations and liaising with clients to ensure project requirements are fully understood. You will manage multiple tenders at any one time, ensuring deadlines are met and a smooth handover through to order. Full training will be provided, so previous experience within the specific sector is not essential. However, any experience within a similar estimating, tendering or quotation-based role, or within a technical, engineering, construction or manufacturing environment, would be advantageous. Responsibilities: -Receiving and reviewing incoming tender information, ensuring all requirements are fully understood -Liaising directly with clients to clarify project scope, specifications and requirements -Preparing accurate budgets and quotations in line with client requirements and company margins -Working closely with the sales team to support the wider bid and sales process -Managing multiple tenders simultaneously and ensuring all deadlines are met -Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records on the CRM system, including tender status, client communications and quotation details -Building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams Candidate Attributes: -Previous experience in an estimating, tendering or quotation-based role would be beneficial -Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail -Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence liaising directly with clients -Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively -Good working knowledge of CRM systems and general IT, including Excel and Word -A proactive, organised and collaborative approach to work Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am - 2:30pm Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum dependent on experience, plus additional earning potential once fully trained, pension scheme and the opportunity for professional development within a growing business
Oct 12, 2026
Full time
Our forward-thinking client are looking to recruit a Sales Estimator to join their down to earth and dedicated team. This is a permanent, office-based role from their offices in Gloucester. In return for your work, they can offer a supportive working environment, the opportunity to develop your career and the chance to join a growing business. Working closely with the sales team, you will be responsible for managing incoming tenders, preparing accurate quotations and liaising with clients to ensure project requirements are fully understood. You will manage multiple tenders at any one time, ensuring deadlines are met and a smooth handover through to order. Full training will be provided, so previous experience within the specific sector is not essential. However, any experience within a similar estimating, tendering or quotation-based role, or within a technical, engineering, construction or manufacturing environment, would be advantageous. Responsibilities: -Receiving and reviewing incoming tender information, ensuring all requirements are fully understood -Liaising directly with clients to clarify project scope, specifications and requirements -Preparing accurate budgets and quotations in line with client requirements and company margins -Working closely with the sales team to support the wider bid and sales process -Managing multiple tenders simultaneously and ensuring all deadlines are met -Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records on the CRM system, including tender status, client communications and quotation details -Building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams Candidate Attributes: -Previous experience in an estimating, tendering or quotation-based role would be beneficial -Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail -Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence liaising directly with clients -Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively -Good working knowledge of CRM systems and general IT, including Excel and Word -A proactive, organised and collaborative approach to work Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am - 2:30pm Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum dependent on experience, plus additional earning potential once fully trained, pension scheme and the opportunity for professional development within a growing business
Anderson Recruitment Ltd
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Our forward-thinking client are looking to recruit an Estimator to join their down to earth and dedicated team. This is a permanent, office-based role from their offices in Gloucester. In return for your work, they can offer a supportive working environment, the opportunity to develop your career and the chance to join a growing business. Working closely with the sales team, you will be responsible for managing incoming tenders, preparing accurate quotations and liaising with clients to ensure project requirements are fully understood. You will manage multiple tenders at any one time, ensuring deadlines are met and a smooth handover through to order. Full training will be provided, so previous experience within the specific sector is not essential. However, any experience within a similar estimating, tendering or quotation-based role, or within a technical, engineering, construction or manufacturing environment, would be advantageous. Responsibilities: -Receiving and reviewing incoming tender information, ensuring all requirements are fully understood -Liaising directly with clients to clarify project scope, specifications and requirements -Preparing accurate budgets and quotations in line with client requirements and company margins -Working closely with the sales team to support the wider bid and sales process -Managing multiple tenders simultaneously and ensuring all deadlines are met -Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records on the CRM system, including tender status, client communications and quotation details -Building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams Candidate Attributes: -Previous experience in an estimating, tendering or quotation-based role would be beneficial -Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail -Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence liaising directly with clients -Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively -Good working knowledge of CRM systems and general IT, including Excel and Word -A proactive, organised and collaborative approach to work Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am - 2:30pm Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum dependent on experience, plus additional earning potential once fully trained, pension scheme and the opportunity for professional development within a growing business
Oct 12, 2026
Full time
Our forward-thinking client are looking to recruit an Estimator to join their down to earth and dedicated team. This is a permanent, office-based role from their offices in Gloucester. In return for your work, they can offer a supportive working environment, the opportunity to develop your career and the chance to join a growing business. Working closely with the sales team, you will be responsible for managing incoming tenders, preparing accurate quotations and liaising with clients to ensure project requirements are fully understood. You will manage multiple tenders at any one time, ensuring deadlines are met and a smooth handover through to order. Full training will be provided, so previous experience within the specific sector is not essential. However, any experience within a similar estimating, tendering or quotation-based role, or within a technical, engineering, construction or manufacturing environment, would be advantageous. Responsibilities: -Receiving and reviewing incoming tender information, ensuring all requirements are fully understood -Liaising directly with clients to clarify project scope, specifications and requirements -Preparing accurate budgets and quotations in line with client requirements and company margins -Working closely with the sales team to support the wider bid and sales process -Managing multiple tenders simultaneously and ensuring all deadlines are met -Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records on the CRM system, including tender status, client communications and quotation details -Building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams Candidate Attributes: -Previous experience in an estimating, tendering or quotation-based role would be beneficial -Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail -Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence liaising directly with clients -Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively -Good working knowledge of CRM systems and general IT, including Excel and Word -A proactive, organised and collaborative approach to work Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am - 2:30pm Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum dependent on experience, plus additional earning potential once fully trained, pension scheme and the opportunity for professional development within a growing business
Estimator / Quotations Coordinator Salisbury £30,000 to £36,000 DOE Training & Development Are you confident with numbers, comfortable using Excel and good at understanding detail? Perhaps you already have some experience in estimating, pricing, quotations, commercial support or project coordination. Or you could be a numerically strong graduate looking for an opportunity to build a commercial career. We are recruiting for an established and growing specialist services business in Salisbury, and they are open minded about the background of the person joining them. This is a newly created role where you will learn how to understand client requirements, calculate costs and margins, prepare accurate quotations and help manage the process from initial enquiry through to approval and handover. What will you be doing? You will work closely with clients and colleagues to understand what is required and turn that information into accurate, commercially sound quotations. Your role will include: • Preparing quotations and estimates • Working with pricing, costs and margins • Using Excel and spreadsheets to analyse information • Speaking with clients to understand their requirements • Reviewing project and service information • Managing quotations through to approval and handover • Supporting wider commercial and operational activity • Occasionally visiting client sites, with a company pool car available Who could this suit? The business is deliberately keeping an open mind. You could currently be working as an Estimator, Junior Estimator, Quotations Coordinator, Pricing Assistant, Commercial Assistant, Project Coordinator, Sales Support Executive or in another role involving numbers, pricing or project work. Experience within construction, engineering, building services, facilities management, manufacturing or another project or service based environment could transfer particularly well. Alternatively, you might be a graduate with a strong numerical or analytical background who is confident with Excel and looking for an opportunity to learn. You do not need previous management experience and you do not need to know everything from day one. What matters most is that you are: • Comfortable working with numbers and spreadsheets • Confident using Excel and technology • Commercially minded and naturally analytical • Organised with good attention to detail • Comfortable speaking with clients and colleagues • Able to understand information and turn it into a clear, accurate quote • Keen to learn and take on more responsibility over time What's on offer? • Newly created position with genuine scope to develop • Training and support • Company pool car for site visits • Broader commercial and operational exposure • Opportunity to build a long term career within a growing Salisbury business The company is looking to appoint relatively quickly, so candidates who are immediately available or on a shorter notice period are particularly welcome. If you have a head for numbers and enjoy the combination of commercial thinking, problem solving and working with people, we would love to hear from you. Talent Finance is committed to promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. All applications are reviewed on merit, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
Oct 12, 2026
Full time
Estimator / Quotations Coordinator Salisbury £30,000 to £36,000 DOE Training & Development Are you confident with numbers, comfortable using Excel and good at understanding detail? Perhaps you already have some experience in estimating, pricing, quotations, commercial support or project coordination. Or you could be a numerically strong graduate looking for an opportunity to build a commercial career. We are recruiting for an established and growing specialist services business in Salisbury, and they are open minded about the background of the person joining them. This is a newly created role where you will learn how to understand client requirements, calculate costs and margins, prepare accurate quotations and help manage the process from initial enquiry through to approval and handover. What will you be doing? You will work closely with clients and colleagues to understand what is required and turn that information into accurate, commercially sound quotations. Your role will include: • Preparing quotations and estimates • Working with pricing, costs and margins • Using Excel and spreadsheets to analyse information • Speaking with clients to understand their requirements • Reviewing project and service information • Managing quotations through to approval and handover • Supporting wider commercial and operational activity • Occasionally visiting client sites, with a company pool car available Who could this suit? The business is deliberately keeping an open mind. You could currently be working as an Estimator, Junior Estimator, Quotations Coordinator, Pricing Assistant, Commercial Assistant, Project Coordinator, Sales Support Executive or in another role involving numbers, pricing or project work. Experience within construction, engineering, building services, facilities management, manufacturing or another project or service based environment could transfer particularly well. Alternatively, you might be a graduate with a strong numerical or analytical background who is confident with Excel and looking for an opportunity to learn. You do not need previous management experience and you do not need to know everything from day one. What matters most is that you are: • Comfortable working with numbers and spreadsheets • Confident using Excel and technology • Commercially minded and naturally analytical • Organised with good attention to detail • Comfortable speaking with clients and colleagues • Able to understand information and turn it into a clear, accurate quote • Keen to learn and take on more responsibility over time What's on offer? • Newly created position with genuine scope to develop • Training and support • Company pool car for site visits • Broader commercial and operational exposure • Opportunity to build a long term career within a growing Salisbury business The company is looking to appoint relatively quickly, so candidates who are immediately available or on a shorter notice period are particularly welcome. If you have a head for numbers and enjoy the combination of commercial thinking, problem solving and working with people, we would love to hear from you. Talent Finance is committed to promoting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. All applications are reviewed on merit, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
CAD Engineer/Estimator Dudley £30,000 Our client is a precision engineering company that specialising in machining solutions for a wide range of industry sectors. They are seeking a CAD Engineer/Estimator to join their existing team. As a CAD Engineer/Estimator you will focus on creating detailed drawings using AutoCAD 2D and carry out estimating responsibilities for each project. CAD Engineer/Estimator Responsibilities: - Must be able to gather and work to engineering specifications - Create detailed 2D drawings using AutoCAD 2D software - Review and update legacy drawings - Provide technical support to the wider team - Assist with the CAD/CAM programming when required - Carry out estimating responsibilities for each project. CAD Engineer/Estimator Requirements: - Previous experience in a Design related position - Experienced in creating 2D designs using AutoCAD - CAD CAM experience would be advantageous - Must be a team player If interested in CAD Engineering/Estimating positions, please apply at your earliest convenience. Junior CAD Engineers will be considered for this position as training will be provided to successful candidate. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Oct 08, 2026
Full time
CAD Engineer/Estimator Dudley £30,000 Our client is a precision engineering company that specialising in machining solutions for a wide range of industry sectors. They are seeking a CAD Engineer/Estimator to join their existing team. As a CAD Engineer/Estimator you will focus on creating detailed drawings using AutoCAD 2D and carry out estimating responsibilities for each project. CAD Engineer/Estimator Responsibilities: - Must be able to gather and work to engineering specifications - Create detailed 2D drawings using AutoCAD 2D software - Review and update legacy drawings - Provide technical support to the wider team - Assist with the CAD/CAM programming when required - Carry out estimating responsibilities for each project. CAD Engineer/Estimator Requirements: - Previous experience in a Design related position - Experienced in creating 2D designs using AutoCAD - CAD CAM experience would be advantageous - Must be a team player If interested in CAD Engineering/Estimating positions, please apply at your earliest convenience. Junior CAD Engineers will be considered for this position as training will be provided to successful candidate. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Engineering Estimator - Verwood BH31 - Salary up to £60k DOE A prestigious Aerospace company based in Verwood is looking for a full time Engineering Estimator to join their team. Do you have industry experience within Aerospace and looking for a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company. We are looking for a candidate with strong communications skills, strives in a fast paced environment and able to handle multiple projects. Key responsibilities of Engineering Estimator: Apprentice trained time served engineer with detailed hands-on specific manufacturing experience with an ever-changing product portfolio. Experience of AS9100 environment or similar quality environment Appropriate technical machining and quality knowledge using a variety manufacturing methods and materials. Detailed knowledge and understanding of OHSE in the workplace Successful implementation of positive change management projects Experience with CNC machining methods Problem solving ability Ability to understand timings on CNC machines Experience of leading continuous improvement strategy and implementing process improvements. Both turning and milling experience Proven history of working within a busy sub-contract machine shop environment The ideal Engineering Estimator: Must be able to interpret detailed engineering drawings Ability to complete quotations in a timely manner Good communication with customers and suppliers Understand method of production Understand machine tool capabilities Work with the team to make the best prices for both the business and the customer Good knowledge of machining practices Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages (Excel, Word etc.) Good communications skills Engineering Estimator Verwood BH31 Hours: Mon - Thurs 7:30am - 4:30pm and Fri 7:30am to 12:30pm Salary up to £60k DOE
Oct 05, 2026
Full time
Engineering Estimator - Verwood BH31 - Salary up to £60k DOE A prestigious Aerospace company based in Verwood is looking for a full time Engineering Estimator to join their team. Do you have industry experience within Aerospace and looking for a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company. We are looking for a candidate with strong communications skills, strives in a fast paced environment and able to handle multiple projects. Key responsibilities of Engineering Estimator: Apprentice trained time served engineer with detailed hands-on specific manufacturing experience with an ever-changing product portfolio. Experience of AS9100 environment or similar quality environment Appropriate technical machining and quality knowledge using a variety manufacturing methods and materials. Detailed knowledge and understanding of OHSE in the workplace Successful implementation of positive change management projects Experience with CNC machining methods Problem solving ability Ability to understand timings on CNC machines Experience of leading continuous improvement strategy and implementing process improvements. Both turning and milling experience Proven history of working within a busy sub-contract machine shop environment The ideal Engineering Estimator: Must be able to interpret detailed engineering drawings Ability to complete quotations in a timely manner Good communication with customers and suppliers Understand method of production Understand machine tool capabilities Work with the team to make the best prices for both the business and the customer Good knowledge of machining practices Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages (Excel, Word etc.) Good communications skills Engineering Estimator Verwood BH31 Hours: Mon - Thurs 7:30am - 4:30pm and Fri 7:30am to 12:30pm Salary up to £60k DOE
CAD Design Engineer / Estimator Join an established manufacturer creating bespoke sheet metal designs and accurate quotations. This office-based opportunity suits someone confident with CAD, production drawings, flat patterns and fabrication processes. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: CAD Engineer, Design Engineer, CAD Technician, CAD Designer, Design Technician, Manufacturing Design Engineer, Fabrication Estimator, Engineering Estimator, Manufacturing Estimator Benefits include long-term career opportunities and varied fabrication projects. SALARY: £35,000 to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) LOCATION: Luton, Bedfordshire (100% Office Based) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW Build on your technical expertise while helping turn bespoke customer requirements into production-ready sheet metal solutions. The CAD Design Engineer / Estimator will create accurate models, drawings and quotations, working closely with management, customers and suppliers. Working alongside the fabrication team, the CAD Design Engineer / Estimator will help resolve technical queries and support efficient manufacture. This CAD Design Engineer / Estimator opportunity offers varied projects within a growing, ambitious fabrication business, with licensed role-specific software provided. DUTIES Your duties as the CAD Design Engineer / Estimator include: CAD Design and Drawings: Produce detailed 2D and 3D designs using AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Fusion 360, including fabrication, assembly and workshop drawings Production Files and Documentation: Create flat patterns, production-ready DXF files and bills of materials for laser cutting, CNC turret punching, press brake operations and other CNC machinery Sheet Metal Design: Develop components and assemblies incorporating bends, hems, flanges, gussets, louvres and forming features Estimating and Quotations: Prepare accurate estimates and quotations from architectural, engineering and technical drawings Customer and Supplier Liaison: Communicate throughout the design and quotation process and obtain and evaluate supplier quotations where required Production Support: Work with the fabrication team to resolve technical queries and support manufacture Enquiry Management: Manage new enquiries efficiently and keep relevant stakeholders informed Technical Knowledge: Maintain current knowledge of relevant products, industry standards and technical information CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Fusion 360 Experience creating flat patterns and production-ready manufacturing drawings Experience preparing DXF files for laser cutting, CNC turret punching and press brake operations Good understanding of sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing processes Ability to interpret engineering, fabrication and architectural drawings Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and problem-solving skills Clear written and verbal communication skills in English Legal right to work in the UK without sponsorship or immigration support DESIRABLE Experience in metal fabrication or bespoke metal manufacturing Knowledge of Amada laser cutting, press brake operations, CNC turret punching, welding and assembly processes Understanding of ISO 9001 quality management systems Full UK driving licence BENEFITS Company pension scheme Stable full-time employment with long-term career opportunities Opportunity to work on a wide variety of fabrication and manufacturing projects Supportive and professional working environment HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P15211 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Luton, Bedfordshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ
Sep 30, 2026
Full time
CAD Design Engineer / Estimator Join an established manufacturer creating bespoke sheet metal designs and accurate quotations. This office-based opportunity suits someone confident with CAD, production drawings, flat patterns and fabrication processes. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: CAD Engineer, Design Engineer, CAD Technician, CAD Designer, Design Technician, Manufacturing Design Engineer, Fabrication Estimator, Engineering Estimator, Manufacturing Estimator Benefits include long-term career opportunities and varied fabrication projects. SALARY: £35,000 to £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) LOCATION: Luton, Bedfordshire (100% Office Based) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW Build on your technical expertise while helping turn bespoke customer requirements into production-ready sheet metal solutions. The CAD Design Engineer / Estimator will create accurate models, drawings and quotations, working closely with management, customers and suppliers. Working alongside the fabrication team, the CAD Design Engineer / Estimator will help resolve technical queries and support efficient manufacture. This CAD Design Engineer / Estimator opportunity offers varied projects within a growing, ambitious fabrication business, with licensed role-specific software provided. DUTIES Your duties as the CAD Design Engineer / Estimator include: CAD Design and Drawings: Produce detailed 2D and 3D designs using AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Fusion 360, including fabrication, assembly and workshop drawings Production Files and Documentation: Create flat patterns, production-ready DXF files and bills of materials for laser cutting, CNC turret punching, press brake operations and other CNC machinery Sheet Metal Design: Develop components and assemblies incorporating bends, hems, flanges, gussets, louvres and forming features Estimating and Quotations: Prepare accurate estimates and quotations from architectural, engineering and technical drawings Customer and Supplier Liaison: Communicate throughout the design and quotation process and obtain and evaluate supplier quotations where required Production Support: Work with the fabrication team to resolve technical queries and support manufacture Enquiry Management: Manage new enquiries efficiently and keep relevant stakeholders informed Technical Knowledge: Maintain current knowledge of relevant products, industry standards and technical information CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks or Fusion 360 Experience creating flat patterns and production-ready manufacturing drawings Experience preparing DXF files for laser cutting, CNC turret punching and press brake operations Good understanding of sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing processes Ability to interpret engineering, fabrication and architectural drawings Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and problem-solving skills Clear written and verbal communication skills in English Legal right to work in the UK without sponsorship or immigration support DESIRABLE Experience in metal fabrication or bespoke metal manufacturing Knowledge of Amada laser cutting, press brake operations, CNC turret punching, welding and assembly processes Understanding of ISO 9001 quality management systems Full UK driving licence BENEFITS Company pension scheme Stable full-time employment with long-term career opportunities Opportunity to work on a wide variety of fabrication and manufacturing projects Supportive and professional working environment HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P15211 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Luton, Bedfordshire. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ
Market 36 Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Estimator / Cost Engineer on behalf of our client based in Alton on a permanent basis. Roles & Responsibilities Review technical engineering drawings and prepare detailed cost estimates for high-precision engineering components and assemblies. Calculate project costs, including materials, labour, equipment and subcontractor pricing. Manage the end-to-end tendering process, including bid preparation, proposal writing and submission. Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal departments to obtain competitive pricing and delivery timescales. Support the sourcing and purchasing of components for engineering builds. Monitor expenditure, forecast production capacity and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency. Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to achieve competitive pricing. Plan and manage workload to meet strict deadlines and project requirements. Experience, Skills & Qualifications Experienced Mechanical Engineer with a recognised apprenticeship or equivalent skills and experience. Minimum of 5 years' purchasing experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and a good understanding of GD&T. Knowledge of manufacturing processes, raw material specifications and costing methodologies. Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and numerical skills. Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and methodical approach. Hours - Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm. Salary - Competitive, dependent on experience. Job Type - Permanent Market 36 Recruitment Ltd cover a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, HR & Finance & ITAD. This vacancy is being advertised by Market 36 Recruitment Ltd. We operate as an Employment Business for temporary roles and as an Employment Agency for permanent roles.
Sep 30, 2026
Full time
Market 36 Recruitment are currently recruiting for an Estimator / Cost Engineer on behalf of our client based in Alton on a permanent basis. Roles & Responsibilities Review technical engineering drawings and prepare detailed cost estimates for high-precision engineering components and assemblies. Calculate project costs, including materials, labour, equipment and subcontractor pricing. Manage the end-to-end tendering process, including bid preparation, proposal writing and submission. Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal departments to obtain competitive pricing and delivery timescales. Support the sourcing and purchasing of components for engineering builds. Monitor expenditure, forecast production capacity and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency. Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to achieve competitive pricing. Plan and manage workload to meet strict deadlines and project requirements. Experience, Skills & Qualifications Experienced Mechanical Engineer with a recognised apprenticeship or equivalent skills and experience. Minimum of 5 years' purchasing experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and a good understanding of GD&T. Knowledge of manufacturing processes, raw material specifications and costing methodologies. Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and numerical skills. Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and methodical approach. Hours - Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm. Salary - Competitive, dependent on experience. Job Type - Permanent Market 36 Recruitment Ltd cover a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, HR & Finance & ITAD. This vacancy is being advertised by Market 36 Recruitment Ltd. We operate as an Employment Business for temporary roles and as an Employment Agency for permanent roles.
HR GO Recruitment
Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Estimating Engineer - senior opportunity for an Estimating Engineer in this precision engineering and fabrications company. You will play a key role in delivering accurate quotations and tender submissions. You'll determine manufacturing costs and lead times for customer RFQs, working closely with Engineering, Purchasing/Procurement and site teams to ensure bids are competitive, compliant and commercially sound. You'll also act as a key commercial interface between the business and its customers. Key responsibilities Estimate manufacturing and selling costs for CNC 3/4/5-axis milling and turning work packages Estimate manufacturing and selling costs for formed and sheet metal parts , including minor assembly where required Obtain material, bought-out items and treatment prices and lead times (working with suppliers and procurement) Select the best machine tools for parts and check capacity and routings Produce accurate costings aligned to customer requirements, quality expectations and delivery timescales Support the Bid/No Bid process and prioritise workload effectively Confidently read and assess engineering drawings; interpret 3D models using relevant viewers Prepare and submit quotes/tenders, ensuring bids are fully compliant with RFP requirements Update and maintain the bid register , using data to improve win rate and process performance Remain compliant with company processes and procedures; support continuous improvement Essential skills & experience Proven experience in estimating/costing (essential) Background in aerospace or precision engineering (essential) Strong estimating knowledge across CNC milling/turning and sheet metal Experience working with Titanium, Aluminium and Steel Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and CATIA Proactive, deadline-driven, excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.
Sep 30, 2026
Full time
Estimating Engineer - senior opportunity for an Estimating Engineer in this precision engineering and fabrications company. You will play a key role in delivering accurate quotations and tender submissions. You'll determine manufacturing costs and lead times for customer RFQs, working closely with Engineering, Purchasing/Procurement and site teams to ensure bids are competitive, compliant and commercially sound. You'll also act as a key commercial interface between the business and its customers. Key responsibilities Estimate manufacturing and selling costs for CNC 3/4/5-axis milling and turning work packages Estimate manufacturing and selling costs for formed and sheet metal parts , including minor assembly where required Obtain material, bought-out items and treatment prices and lead times (working with suppliers and procurement) Select the best machine tools for parts and check capacity and routings Produce accurate costings aligned to customer requirements, quality expectations and delivery timescales Support the Bid/No Bid process and prioritise workload effectively Confidently read and assess engineering drawings; interpret 3D models using relevant viewers Prepare and submit quotes/tenders, ensuring bids are fully compliant with RFP requirements Update and maintain the bid register , using data to improve win rate and process performance Remain compliant with company processes and procedures; support continuous improvement Essential skills & experience Proven experience in estimating/costing (essential) Background in aerospace or precision engineering (essential) Strong estimating knowledge across CNC milling/turning and sheet metal Experience working with Titanium, Aluminium and Steel Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and CATIA Proactive, deadline-driven, excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management This is a permanent job with a starting salary dependant on experience. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.
