Engineering Estimator in York - CV-Library

Nicholas Associates are working with a world leading Hydraulics company based in York.

We are looking for an Estimator to work 3 days from the York Office and 2 days from home.

The role is full time and permanent.

Monday to Friday 40 Hours Per week.

Purpose of the job

The Role will form a key part of the Service Centre team, carrying out technical estimating and generation of quotations. Incorporating but not limited to the following:

Main tasks and responsibilities

Handling of initial customer Request for Quote. Review of technical and commercial specification and highlighting any areas of concern/focus.
Efficient raising of enquiries in system (Salesforce).
Liaising with Customer contacts with regards to enquiries to fully understand their requirements in relation to quotation return date, technical scope, commercial, delivery and quality.
Obtaining supplier/sub-contractor pricing as required.
Collating of relevant information and technical data and generating internal document packs for estimates/quotes.
Development of detailed, technical estimation. Incorporating structured work scope, budgeted hours and direct costs, in accordance with local Delegation of Authority.
Formulate detailed commercial quotation documents and send to the customer.
Liaise with Customers & Area Sales Engineer(s) daily, ensuring communication is clear and effective.
Support technical procurement, as part of the estimation process, liaising with suppliers and sub-contractors.Qualifications/Experience and Knowledge Required

Qualifications:
HNC in mechanical engineering or business level equivalent
Working knowledge of mechanical workshop processes and repair principles.
Comfortable with multi-tasking and changing direction to meet customer/business demands at the time.
Conversant with Microsoft office including word, excel and Outlook.
Previous experience of working in a service industry environment.
Experience in use of ERP systems (such as Microsoft Dynamics or similar).
Prince 2
Proficiency in CRM systems
Customer Relations experience