Fabrication Estimator - #2138490

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Fabrication Estimator wanting to develop their skills further and progress their career. Our client is a leading UK Manufacturer specialising in design, development, fabrication and product assembly services, based on strong foundations of many decades of expertise.

We are looking for exceptional candidate who will be managing sales accounts, ensuring customer communication is maintained while ensuring that drawings, specifications and customer specific requirements are accurately loaded into the systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to join this forward-thinking company in a fast-growing field within the industry, with great opportunity for career progression and growth.

Main requirements for the successful Fabrication Estimator:

• Process customer enquiries through to the preparation of quotations on software (for which database training will be provided) and communication to customers.
• Managing customer relationships to ensure all things are clearly communicated.
• Liaising with material and component suppliers to obtain costings.
• Raising works orders for issue to production.
• Working with the existing design, estimating and customer management team.
• Looking after and holding clear drawing records / packages on both, server and production areas.
• Maintaining close relationship with the production managers to understand build procedures leading to the creation of SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Ensuring that quality and attention to detail is the driving force behind all aspects of the role.

About successful Fabrication Estimator:

• Previous AutoCad or sheet metal fabrication experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Excellent IT skills particularly using Microsoft Software.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with good attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and in fast-paced, dynamic multi-functional office environment.
• Excellent negotiating skills with good verbal and written communication.
• Familiarity with various sheet metal materials and manufacturing process, including steel, aluminium and stainless steel is desired.

What we offer in return to the successful Fabrication Estimator:

• Working Hours - Monday to Friday.
• Company Pension and Annual Holiday.
• National Training and ability to upskill your existing skill set.

If you are a Fabrication Estimator and would like to be part of a great team, please do not hesitate to contact us for more details!