ESTIMATOR MONDAY - THURSDAY: FRIDAY: £28,000 - £35,000 PER ANNUM DOE People Solutions are looking for an experienced Estimator for our client based in Birmingham. Benefits 25 days Holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension Casual Dress Free tea/coffee Staff training/development Free parking Day to Day Duties Prepare cost estimates for new contracts by calculating the manufacturing costs Adhere to company standards and guidelines when analysing and providing estimations; focus on maximising profit and customer satisfaction, while minimising any potential risks to the company Prepare detailed, well-written proposals for each client Manage multiple projects at any one time, ensuring each reaches the client by their deadline Liaising with customers and suppliers Undertake general office duties, answer the telephone, filing and attending meetings as required Essential Skills Experience in the industry Ability to understand architectural drawings (including the difference between a plan, elevation, section) and manufacturing drawings Formulate what needs to be manufactured and be able to draw a sketch of what is required Understanding of the differences between different materials and gauges ensuring the correct material and grades are identified and used Understanding machine capabilities and time taken for each activity Good communication skills Ability to complete mathematical calculations such as percentages Desirable Experience Academic/Technical qualifications with a minimum of English GCSE Grade C/5 and Maths GCSE Grade B/6 Training Training provided ADZN1_UKTJ