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Estimator

Job Posted: 17 days ago

Salary: £ 35,000 - 45,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hull

Expire in: 11 days

Job Description

We’re looking for an experienced Estimator with a background in steel fabrication to join a busy engineering team. You’ll be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and competitive proposals for projects including boilers, pressure vessels, storage tanks, and pressure piping. The role involves reviewing drawings and specifications, understanding client requirements, and working out material, labour, and production costs – all while making sure everything meets industry codes like ASME and API.

What You’ll Do

Review RFQs, technical drawings, specifications, and client documents

Analyse project scope and identify requirements

Prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labour, consumables, subcontracting, and overheads

Work with procurement to get supplier pricing

Prepare and submit commercial and technical proposals

Attend pre-bid meetings and answer technical queries

Interpret fabrication drawings, GA drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, and welding details

Perform material take-offs (MTO) and assess fabrication complexity

Ensure work complies with ASME, API, and other relevant codes

Estimate raw materials, labour hours, and subcontracted services (heat treatment, testing, transport)

Work with Engineering, Production, QA/QC, and Procurement teams

Keep records, track costs, and analyse historical data to improve accuracy

About You

Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)

3–8 years’ experience in estimation, ideally in steel fabrication or heavy engineering

Experience with boilers, pressure vessels, storage tanks, or pressure piping projects

Strong understanding of fabrication processes and welding methods

Familiar with ASME, API, and other international codes

Skills You’ll Need

Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications

Knowledge of carbon steel, alloy steel, and stainless steel grades

Confident with MS Excel and estimation software

Understanding of fabrication processes including rolling, forming, welding, NDT, PWHT, hydrotesting, and painting

Personal Attributes

Strong analytical and numerical skills

Detail-oriented and accurate

Good communicator and negotiator

Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

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