Technical Estimator

Job Title:
Technical Estimator & Cost Analyst

Role Summary We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Technical Estimator & Cost Analyst. In this role, you will be responsible for calculating accurate pricing and quotations. You will also conduct post-production analysis auditing completed jobs to ensure all costs have been captured accurately and comparing actual performance against initial estimates to drive profitability.

Key Responsibilities

1. Estimating & Pricing

• Analyze technical specifications, customer discussions, and engineering drawings to prepare accurate cost estimates
• Calculate material, labour, and overhead costs required for manufacturing projects.
• Work closely with the management and engineering teams to understand the scope and technical requirements of each build before pricing.
• Maintain and update pricing models and databases for raw materials, components, and labour rates.

2. Job Costing & Tracking

• Ensure every purchase, labour hour, and operational cost is correctly allocated to its specific project/job number.
• Monitor ongoing jobs to ensure costs are tracking in line with the initial estimates.
• Collaborate with the shop floor and procurement teams to capture any variations or additional costs incurred during the manufacturing process.

3. Post-Job Analysis & Reporting

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of completed jobs, comparing the final actual costs against the original pricing estimates.
• Identify and report on discrepancies, highlighting areas where the project overperformed or under performed financially.
• Provide actionable feedback to management on how to improve production efficiency or adjust future pricing based on historical data.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Estimator, Cost Analyst, or similar role within an industrial manufacturing, heavy engineering, or machinery production environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and job-shop costing principles.
• High proficiency with spreadsheets and manufacturing ERP/MRP systems for tracking time and materials.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills with a commercial mindset.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical drawings is highly desirable.

Skills:
Estimating costing cost analyst BOM

Benefits:
company pension 4.5 day working week Paid Holidays