Overview job description

• Preparing accurate cost estimates for fabrication, welding, and machining activities.
• Carrying out detailed material take-offs and calculate material requirements.
• Estimating labour hours, machining times, and overall project costs.
• Interpreting engineering drawings (both metric and imperial).
• Liaising with suppliers to obtain competitive pricing for materials and subcontract services.
• Engaging with clients to clarify technical scope and requirements.
• Compiling and issuing professional quotations, supporting follow-up discussions where required.
• Working closely with internal engineering and production teams to ensure smooth project handover.
• Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with clients and suppliers.
• Ensuring compliance with company HSEQ policies and ISO 9001:2015 procedures.

Applicants to this role require

• Proven experience in an estimating or technical role within fabrication, welding, or machining environments.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings (metric and imperial).
• Good knowledge of welding processes, machining methods, materials, and tolerances.
• Experience calculating material weights, cutting lists, and allowances.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (ERP system experience advantageous).
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Preferred Background

• Time-served apprenticeship in fabrication, welding, or machining.
• Engineering qualification (HNC/HND or equivalent).
• Experience within subsea, oil & gas, or precision engineering sectors.

What’s in it for me? (the applicant)

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
• Opportunity to join a reputable and growing engineering business.
• Long-term career development within a supportive team environment.

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