Estimator, Engineering, Fabrication

Are you an experienced Estimator from a steel fabrication, structural steelwork, heavy engineering, or manufacturing background?

Do you enjoy turning technical drawings into winning commercial opportunities while playing a key part in business growth?

If so, Lodestone Recruitment has an excellent opportunity in Barnsley

Lodestone Recruitment is partnering with a leading engineering manufacturer to recruit an Estimator for their growing fabrication operation in Barnsley — a business with strong investment, a full order book, and clear UK-wide growth plans.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you'll own the estimating process from enquiry to bid submission — interpreting drawings and specifications to prepare accurate, competitive cost estimates across a range of structural steel and fabrication projects.

• Preparing estimates and detailed cost plans for fabrication and steelwork projects
• Interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Obtaining and evaluating supplier and subcontractor quotations
• Assessing material, labour, plant, and manufacturing costs
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities in tenders
• Supporting contract reviews and developing customer relationships

• Ideally apprentice trained in Fabrication discipline like Plating, welding or general fabrication
• Previous Estimator experience in steel fabrication, structural steelwork, heavy engineering, or manufacturing
• Strong ability to interpret engineering and fabrication drawings
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of project costing
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Experience preparing competitive tenders and quotations
• Desirable: knowledge of structural steel fabrication processes; exposure to bridges, rail, infrastructure, or construction projects would be an advantage

• £45,000-£60,000 (DOE) plus company car or car allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Pension, life assurance, and Medicash Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing training and clear career progression