Estimator​/Draughtsman

An established engineering manufacturer with over 30 years' experience supporting national and international infrastructure projects is seeking an Estimator & CAD Draughtsperson to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with steel estimating experience and strong CAD capability to play a key role in delivering diverse, technically interesting projects.

The Role

Working on assignments ranging from simple one-off components to major long-term infrastructure projects, you will be responsible for producing accurate estimates, high-quality drawings, and providing technical support throughout the production lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Costing

• Analyse customer requirements and prepare accurate, competitive estimate bids within deadlines.
• Collate material, subcontractor and labour costs, ensuring all quotations are reliable, current, and commercially aligned.
• Apply engineering principles to assess feasibility of manufacture and construction.
• Estimate fabrication times and work closely with production to ensure appropriate methodologies and efficiencies.
• Maintain clear and accurate records, ensuring all revisions or drawing updates are fully documented.

Technical & CAD

• Produce high-quality, detailed 2D and 3D drawings using Turbo
  
  CAD.
  • Candidates with AutoCAD and/or Solid Works experience will also be considered.
• Modify existing drawings and ensure all designs comply with industry standards and health & safety requirements.
• Apply value engineering principles to improve cost-effectiveness and manufacturability.

Collaboration & Communication

• Liaise closely with engineers, designers, customers, suppliers, subcontractors, and structural teams to validate information and ensure accurate quotations.
• Attend project meetings with production management to support on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Prioritise incoming enquiries to maintain strong customer satisfaction.
• Conduct occasional client and site visits as required.

About You

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Proven experience in steel estimating-ideally within major steel or infrastructure projects.
• Strong CAD capability with the ability to create and interpret technical drawings.
• Excellent understanding of engineering materials, fabrication processes, and construction principles.
• High level of computer literacy, especially in Microsoft Excel (formulas, spreadsheets, data handling).
• Strong organisational, communication, and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple live projects.
• Commercial awareness and a good understanding of industry best practices.
• A collaborative approach, strong problem-solving abilities, and the confidence to work proactively.
• Willingness to travel for client or site visits when needed.

Benefits & Opportunities

• Competitive salary of £35,000 per year.
• Supportive, friendly team environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• Chance to contribute to significant engineering and infrastructure projects with a respected, growing company.

Important

You must already live within a reasonable commuting distance of the site near Peterborough.

Relocation is not offered and will not be considered.

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining your relevant experience and why this role interests you.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to discuss next steps.