JOB - Cost Estimator

LOCATION - Buckinghamshire

TERM- Permanent

SALARY - £35,000-£45,000, dependent on experience

My client is a specialist manufacturer within the Oil & Gas and Energy industries. They are looking for a Cost Estimator to join their team in Buckinghamshire on a permanent basis.

The Cost Estimator will ideally have the following attributes:

Previous experience in Costing or Estimating in a manufacturing environment
Have a basic understanding of Engineering
A CCP or CEP Certification would be beneficial
Experienced in/knowledge of Oil & Gas or similar Energy/Process industries would be ideal
Mechanical Engineering knowledge to understand quotations and queries
Excellent customer-service and communication skills 
Confident and driven for career progression
Strong attention to detail with an aptitude for problem solving
Be self-motivated and driven
Be keen to develop as part of an organisation long term 

The Cost Estimator role will involve:

Analysing documentation to prepare costs and estimates
Understanding engineering drawings and the effect on materials, timings, costs and labour
Preparing reports
Collecting and analysing data
Handling queries and providing quotations
Consulting with clients and vendors over the phone
Working with the Projects Team to convert client requirements into details designs and technical instructions
Excellent opportunities for training and development, with room to progress within the company 

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as