Estimator - Electrical Engineering

Turner Fox Recruitment recruiting for an Estimator on behalf of our client to join their growing team based in Mansfield.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established business and work directly alongside an experienced industry professional with over 30 years’ expertise, who is committed to mentoring and developing the successful candidate.

You may currently be working as an estimator or project manager or project coordinator, electrical engineer looking for a career change or apprentice with around 2- 3 years’ experience looking to develop

The successful candidate will support the preparation of quotations and tenders for bespoke electrical manufacturing projects ranging from £1,000 to £1.5 million in value. You will gradually take ownership of the estimating process with full training and support from the wider engineering, software and procurement teams.

Duties will include:

• Reviewing tender documentation, technical specifications and Functional Design Specifications (FDS)
• Producing estimates and quotations for automation systems
• Liaising with customers regarding tender queries and project requirements
• Working closely with engineering and procurement teams to obtain technical and cost information
• Attending site visits to gain a full understanding of customer requirements and project processes
• Using internal estimating templates and systems
• Identifying project-specific requirements and risks within technical documentation

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Electrical knowledge would be advantageous but is not essential

• Full training and mentoring
• Genuine long-term career progression
• Opportunity to work on varied bespoke projects
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Potential progression into business development or senior commercial roles