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Are you an experienced Technical Bid, Estimating or Proposals professional looking to take ownership of end-to-end quotation activity? Our client, a leading organisation in the manufacturing/engineering sector, is seeking a highly organised and commercially astute Estimatorto lead their quotation function and ensure their bids are accurate, competitive, and fully aligned with customer requirements.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a technical, fast-paced environment and enjoys bringing clarity, structure, and leadership to the bidding process.The Estimator is responsible for managing the full costing and quotation process from initial enquiry through to final submission. This role ensures that material, labour, and subcontract costings are accurate, competitive, and commercially sound, while coordinating workload to meet customer deadlines. The position also involves reviewing technical data packs to confirm scope, identify risks, and support the preparation of high-quality, compliant estimates.----------------------------------------Key ResponsibilitiesManage the complete estimating and quotation process from receipt of enquiry to final submissionCoordinate and prioritise team workload across material costing, labour estimation, and quote preparationReview technical data packs, engineering drawings, specifications, BoMs, and customer documentation to fully understand scopeDevelop detailed and accurate cost models covering materials, labour, subcontract activities, and associated project costsWork collaboratively with engineering, procurement, operations, and commercial teams to ensure estimates are technically and commercially alignedIdentify technical, commercial, and operational risks within enquiries and escalate as neededDeliver estimates within required timescales, meeting both customer expectations and internal deadlinesSupport the development of pricing strategies that ensure competitiveness while protecting business margin requirementsMaintain clear, structured, and auditable quotation records, assumptions, and supporting documentationDrive improvements in estimating processes, including standardisation of costing methods, quality of responses, and workload planningProvide guidance and direction to the estimating or quotations team to ensure accuracy, accountability, and effective outputAct as a key contact for internal stakeholders throughout the estimate review and approval stages----------------------------------------Skills and Experience RequiredExperience in estimating, quotations, proposals, or technical bidding within a manufacturing or engineering environmentStrong knowledge of material costing, labour estimation, and pricing principlesAbility to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and detailed customer data packsCommercially aware, with the ability to balance customer expectations with business objectivesExcellent organisational skills and proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesExperience coordinating or leading team workloadStrong communication skills and ability to work effectively across departmentsHigh attention to detail and strong analytical and numerical capabilityProficient with ERP systems, costing tools, and Microsoft Excel'Apply Now' or reach out to Ellie at Orion Electrotech for further details!!INDKA----------------------------------------JBRP1_UKTJ