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Estimator
Job Posted: 18 hours ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Greater Manchester
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Estimator - Sheet Metal Industry
North West
£45,000 - £50,000
Full-time | Permanent
We're on the lookout for a highly skilled Estimator with a background in sheet metal manufacturing. If you're experienced in CAD (ideally SolidWorks), have a sharp eye for detail, and love transforming complex drawings into accurate, commercially sound estimates - this one's for you.
What you'll be doing:
Creating, reviewing, and modifying CAD drawings (SolidWorks experience preferred)
Producing precise cost calculations covering materials, labour, and overheads
Purchasing and sourcing materials to ensure cost-effectiveness and availability
Advising customers on design improvements and manufacturing optimisation
Interpreting technical drawings to assess job requirements
Collaborating with production teams to ensure feasibility and cost accuracy
Managing supplier relationships and negotiating material costs
Balancing multiple projects while keeping your eye on the detail
Supporting business growth through timely and accurate estimating
(Bonus points for experience in Radan or similar CNC programming software)
What you'll bring:
Experience as an Estimator in sheet metal or metal manufacturing
Solid CAD skills - particularly SolidWorks
Strong technical drawing interpretation skills
Understanding of manufacturing processes in a sheet metal environment
Excellent maths and cost analysis skills
Confident communicator with customers, suppliers, and internal teams
Organised, detail-focused, and able to work at pace
Radan programming knowledge is a definite plus
Flexible, positive, and solution-focused mindset
What's on offer:
£45,000 - £50,000 salary depending on experience
Career progression and professional development opportunities
Supportive team culture and a collaborative working environment
The chance to make a real impact in a forward-thinking business
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