Are you an Assistant Estimator looking for an opportunity to learn the industry within a growing business?.
Due to further expansion of our well established company manufacturing planters, we are looking to recruit an assistant estimator to join our busy team based in Bredbury, Stockport.
This is an exciting position that will suit a candidate with excellent IT skills and competent in math, a good team player with attention to detail.
The position is full time (40 hours per week)
Responsibilities will include:
Supporting estimators producing quotations from architectural drawings, specifications and/or BoQs
Completing a variety or accurate new, revision and copy quotations
Delivering outstanding service to all customers Liaising with customers and other internal departments to clarify project requirements
Providing an efficient chaser service to sales
Working with various internal departments including sales, customer service, manufacturing and despatch.
Working as part of a team but able to use own initiative.
Carrying out any other tasks that may be necessary for the smooth running of the department
Essential skills:
Excellent IT skills with a strong attention to detail The ability to multi-task The ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines excellent problem solving skills.
Ongoing training will be given on the Estimating software and Products. The ideal candidate must be proficient in IT and able to pick things up quickly.
Excellent mathematical skills (A Level or excellent GCSE grade)
Desirable skills:
Able to use SketchUp and other CAD type programmes
Background in Engineering/Manufacturing and or Estimating
Good knowledge of Landscape / Garden design
Job types:
Full-time, Permanent
Package includes:
Competitive rate of pay
28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
Pension scheme
Bonus scheme
Training / CPD