Our client is the leading supplier of specialist door systems to the global biopharma, medical research and healthcare industries. Based in Hull, the company is 55 years old and has operations globally. Their dedicated in-house teams deliver complex, bespoke door packages from initial design, through specification and manufacturing through to installation and final commissioning.
As a business they supply the global top 20 pharmaceutical manufacturers and provide a total project management solution to door packages across Food Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Cleanroom Research Laboratory, Hospitals and Retail sectors internationally. Each client chooses them for the quality of their products and the high levels of flexibility, dedication and service they offer and pride themselves on getting the job done.
Their success has been built upon the 155 great people who work for them and they are a team that works hard for our clients and firmly believe their growth is down to the ambition, dedication and the expertise of everyone within the business family.
THE ROLE:
As a Project Estimator, you will play a key role in the project team, helping to prepare accurate proposals for the products and services. Working closely with the Sales, Project Management and Production teams, you will analyse customer requirements, calculate costs and support the preparation of proposals. This role is ideal for someone currently in an estimating role within the construction or manufacturing industry.
⭐Review project tenders, enquiries and customer requirements to develop accurate quotations for company range of products and services.
⭐Calculate material, labour, and production costs using company software and estimation tools.
⭐Collaborate with the Sales team to provide timely and competitive quotes to clients.
⭐Communicate with external suppliers and subcontractors to obtain accurate pricing on materials and services.
⭐Support continuous improvement by identifying areas to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
⭐The above is a non-exhaustive summary of responsibilities that the Project Estimator will be expected to fulfil.
THE CANDIDATE:
⭐Experience in a similar role, such as estimating, project coordination, or cost analysis, is desirable but not essential.
⭐Strong numerical, technical and analytical skills with a high level of accuracy.
⭐Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
⭐Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic knowledge of SAP software is beneficial.
⭐Attention to detail and a positive approach to problem-solving.
⭐Be driven to work to the highest quality levels
⭐Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
⭐Ability to learn new job skills by engaging in the technical aspects of the job and applying new skills as they are taught is required
⭐Self-motivated, proactive and the ability to work to timescales
⭐Punctual
THE BENEFITS:
⭐Work place contributory pension, with employer contributions.
⭐25 days paid annual leave, plus public holidays.
⭐Company-supplied laptop and other equipment necessary for this key role.
⭐International travel for factory and product training.
⭐Expenses when on company business.
⭐Continuous professional education support and training.
⭐Social events and teambuilding activities.
⭐Working hours either 9.00am to 5.00pm or 8.30am to 4.30pm