Steel Estimator

Position: Steel work Estimator (Permanent)
Steelwork Estimator - Doncaster

Great opportunity to join a growing steel engineering and fabrication business delivering high-quality structural steel solutions across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. They are practical, hands-on, and proud of the work we deliver - safely, reliably, and competitively. Bridges, structures, stadia, power, steel frames etc

We're now looking for an experienced Estimator to join their Commercial team and play a key role in winning and shaping future projects.

The Role

This is a senior, hands-on estimating position where you'll take ownership of pricing structural steel projects from first principles through to tender submission. You'll work closely with another Estimator and the wider Commercial team, balancing multiple tenders while applying strong commercial judgement and technical expertise.

What You'll Be Doing

Preparing accurate, competitive estimates for structural steel projects
Reviewing drawings, specifications, and scopes to build detailed costings
Pricing materials, fabrication, erection, and preliminaries
Identifying commercial risks, opportunities, and value engineering options
Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to secure best-value pricing
Supporting tender adjudications, clarifications, and post-tender reviews
Ensuring smooth handovers to commercial and project delivery teams
Contributing to continuous improvement of estimating systems and benchmarks

What We're Looking For

Proven experience as an Estimator in steel engineering or construction
Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication and installation
Commercially astute with excellent attention to detail
Confident working autonomously while collaborating at peer level
Comfortable managing multiple tenders in a fast-paced environment
Strong Excel skills and experience with estimating software

Nice to Have

Experience pricing medium to large structural steel packages
Background in an SME or high-growth business
Confidence dealing with senior stakeholders and operational teams

Why apply?

Growing business with a strong pipeline of work
Collaborative, no-nonsense culture
Real influence over tenders and commercial outcomes
Opportunity to shape processes as the business scales

If you're a steel estimator who enjoys responsibility, autonomy, and being close to the action, we'd like to hear from you.

David @ PPM Recruitment (phone number removed)