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- Location: Coleraine
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: £28-40K, based on skills and experience
Reed are partnered with a leading engineering manufacturer who are seeking an experienced Estimator / Account Manager to join our innovative team. This role involves estimating costs for new and existing projects, supporting sales and project planners to determine project feasibility and scope.
Day-to-day of the role:- Prepare accurate estimates and tender bids from customer documentation, specifications, and other related information.
- Determine a programme and timetable for completion of tender in line with company procedures and tender deadlines.
- Log all tender enquiries onto trackers and distribute to business leads.
- Review all appropriate documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
- Identify appropriate suppliers and subcontractors, and prepare and send bid packages for pricing.
- Collate detailed price lists and bills of quantities for each project, including costs of people, plant, materials, transport, labour, and equipment hire.
- Build and maintain relationships with new and existing clients, seeking out potential tender opportunities.
- Challenge conventional methods in the interest of the company, demonstrating innovation and a proactive approach in delivering company profits.
- 5+ years of experience in an Estimating role within an engineering environment.
- Relevant knowledge of engineering within a design and build process.
- Proficiency in 3D modelling software such as AUTOCad, SolidWorks, or similar packages.
- Technical knowledge of the engineering industry, contracts, and manufacturing.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- A proactive approach with a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to produce work of consistently high quality to tight deadlines.
- Competitive salary with bonus twice a year.
- Career progression opportunities.
- 30 days holidays plus additional holidays for length of service.
- Flexitime options, including a 9.30 AM start and early finishes.
- Annual social events and wellbeing initiatives.
- Long Service Awards, Life Assurance, and uniform provided.
- Opportunities for personal growth in an inclusive and open environment.
