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Are you a detail-driven professional with a flair for numbers and a passion for construction?
Assure Personnel are supporting a market-leading manufacturer of high-specification fire doors in Braintree, Essex, to recruit for an Estimator. Play a key role in the continued success of a trusted and respected brand in the industry!
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for fire door manufacturing projects
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Liaise with the buying department to source current material prices and lead-times
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Review tender documents and construction drawings to update or re-quote as needed
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Manage a personal quote log and handle multiple tender enquiries simultaneously
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Attend pre-project and tender meetings when required
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Contribute value engineering (VE) options to improve competitiveness
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Keep up to date with industry certifications and technical developments
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Support and train junior staff as required
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Produce handover documentation following purchase order receipt
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Liaise with internal teams, including project management, on technical and project-specific matters
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Support the Senior Estimator/Estimating Manager in supervisory tasks when needed
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Previous experience in estimating, preferably in manufacturing or construction (not essential).
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Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
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Strong communication skills for both internal and external stakeholder engagement
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Technical aptitude and familiarity with tender documentation and costing processes
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A proactive, organised, and independent work approach
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Competitive starting salary with room for growth based on experience
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31 days holiday (including bank holidays and Christmas shutdown)
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On-site parking
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Company pension scheme (after 6-month probation)
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Access to company healthcare scheme
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A supportive team culture with opportunities for professional development
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