Estimator, Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title:

Estimator (Steel Industry)

Location:

Cannock

Pay Rates: £35,000 - £40,000

Shift Patterns:
Days with an early finish on a Friday

We're working with a fast-growing steel business that's investing in its future by bringing in a new estimator. This is a hands-on role where you'll be pricing live projects, supporting sales, and helping drive profitable growth across their structural steel products.

If you like working with technical drawings and seeing your numbers turn into real, finished projects, this is the kind of role that gives you that satisfaction.

What you'll be doing:

Reviewing tender packs, architectural and structural drawings, and project specifications
Building accurate and competitive costings
Sourcing and negotiating pricing with suppliers and manufacturers
Highlighting risks, missing scope and value-engineering opportunities
Working closely with sales, engineering and project management to win and deliver work
Supporting bid clarifications and post-tender negotiations
Keeping estimating systems, pricing tools and historical data up to date
What they're looking for:

2+ years' experience in estimating within structural steel, or a similar metalwork environment
Strong ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
Confident Estimator with knowledge of estimation software and excel
A sharp eye for detail and a structured, organised way of working
Good communication skills and the ability to juggle multiple tenders at once

It would be a bonus if you have:

Experience with steel standards
Knowledge of GRP or perforated metal products
AutoCAD or digital take-off tools
A background in fabrication or manufacturing
An understanding of coatings, finishes, transport and installation costs

What's on offer:

£35,000 - £40,000 salary (depending on experience)
Permanent, secure role with a growing company
A position where your experience and input are genuinely valued
Long-term career progression and stability

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Oliver Rae is an Established Recruitment Business with offices based in Walsall and Halesowen. We supply Temporary and Permanent Staffing to a range of sectors