Engineering Estimator

Zenith People are working with our client who are a successful Manufacturer based in the Teesside Area. They are committed to providing ongoing training and investment for their staff and as a result of their recent success they are looking to recruit an Estimator/Account Manager on a permanent basis.

Duties for the role include the following;

• Assist in the development of relationships with existing and potential new customers and actively generate and price tenders for work.
• Liaise with customers and the planning/production team to ensure that a quality service is delivered within the planned timeframe.
• Along with the Management team, prioritise sourcing new work to match available capacity to maximise production.
• Generate quotations by the interpretation of engineering drawings to price materials, estimate labour times, progress tenders and create delivery schedules.
• Follow up submitted bids, and negotiate where necessary to win work within profitability margins.
• Pre-arrange and attend meetings with customers internally and externally.
• On order placement, communicate with production team and customer to ensure there is a seamless handover with the information required for the job launch.
• Negotiate extra costs for any additional work required by the customer once the job has commenced.
• Understanding of commercial risk and margins.
• Assist in the development of the company social media platforms
• Essential Requirements
• Do you have a minimum of 3 years CNC programming experience?

Education:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred) or Certificate of Higher Education

If you would like to be considered for this role and your skills & experience match the required, please click apply now.