Estimator

Description:

Baltic Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with Express Engineering, a leading Oil & Gas equipment manufacturer based in the North East, to support with their search for an experienced Estimator.

Key Duties:

Preparation of manufacturing cost estimates and pricing quotations in support of new business opportunities.
Performing assessments of customer tender specifications and associated documents.
Generating detailed costings and work scope documents.
Providing ongoing support to the sales team through the provision of cost and technical data.
Playing a significant role in the preparation of strategic tenders.
Management of complete responses to requests for quotations including the development of programme plans, responses to terms and conditions and price proposals.
Communicating directly with customers to ensure request for quotation requirements are managed effectively and within required timescales.Key Requirements:

Ideally have experience in precision engineering and or welding with knowledge of at least one of the following market sectors, subsea oil & gas, industrial gas turbines, nuclear or defence.
Have a good knowledge of manufacturing methods, tooling and fixtures and cycle times. An engineering qualification or relevant hands-on experience would be an advantage.
Be able to convert manufacturing cycle time data into cost estimates via our estimating system.
Have excellent communication and organisational skills and be experienced in developing and maintaining relationships.
To be able to work as part of a team or as an individual within the required timescales.
Be comfortable in a customer facing role and able to discuss and close out potential orders with customers.The Package:

Competitive salary depending on experience.
25 days annual holiday in addition to statutory bank holidays.
Holiday Buy and Sell scheme.
Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme.
Generous contractual sick pay scheme.
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Sports & Social Club.
On-site parking.
A collaborative and supportive work environment.
Opportunities for development and personal growth.
Opportunities to work on exciting and challenging projects