Draughtsperson/Estimator

Location: Yaxley, Peterborough
Salary: £38,000 per annum
Monday – Friday

We are supporting an established engineering company who manufacturing products for both national and international Infrastructure Projects. Following their continued growth, we have an amazing opportunity for a full-time Estimator / Draughtsperson.

Working on projects which may be as simple as a drawing for a one-off part or longer projects spanning several months or years.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Analyse customer requirements to prepare estimate bids to meet project goals
  
  
• Liaise with engineers and designers to understand their design requirements and provide technical advice to manufacturing technicians.
• Produce detailed estimates including obtaining raw material and sub-contractors' costs to effectively establish accurate material, equipment and labour costs for the project.
• Compile accurate estimates, bids and quotations based on all data gathered and share this with relevant stakeholders

• Calculate costs and apply knowledge of materials and engineering principles
• Liaise with customers on all levels to ensure the information received and the quote they receive is correct.

• Estimate fabrication times working with our production team to ensure methodologies are appropriate and efficiencies maintained.
• Create high quality detailed technical drawings and plans based on designs supplied by designers and make modifications to existing drawings
• Use of TurboCAD software programs to create designs in 2D and 3D models.
  
  
• Prioritise outstanding enquiries in a way to promote customer satisfaction.
• Take part in project meetings with production management team to ensure projects are delivered on time and budget and address any issues before and during production.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure any changes to drawings are updated and recorded.

We are looking for:

• A good level of relevant steel estimating experience in an estimating/shop floor role.
• The ability of a draughtsperson to understand and create accurate engineering drawings/work specifications – with a good knowledge of CAD.
• Commercial awareness and good working knowledge of industry best practices and standards.
• Good computer literacy - Microsoft packages
• Excellent time management, multitasking and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and work on own initiative.
• Ability to closely collaborate with colleagues, clients and stake holders with strong communication skills to ensure production schedules are met and concerns or opportunities are discussed.
• Ability to travel and perform client/site visits when required.
• Good problem-solving skills.