Estimating Administrator
Salary: £30,000
Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm
Must be able to drive (parking available on site)
Maidstone
My client is a well-established business within the renewable energy sector and is looking to appoint an Estimating Administrator. The ideal candidate will be technically minded, highly detail-oriented, and confident with numbers. Previous experience using Dynamics would be beneficial.
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Duties:
Prepare accurate, detailed, and compliant quotations based on technical reports, client requests, and engineering input.
Ensure all quotes reflect the full scope of work, client requirements, and agreed pricing structures.
Collaborate with technical teams to clarify details and maintain precision in all estimates.
Manage quotation turnaround times to meet internal targets for both urgent and standard requests.
Maintain high standards of data accuracy to minimise errors and rework.
Support account management by providing commercial insight and tailored quotations to meet client needs.
Contribute to monthly quotation targets and support overall team performance.
Identify opportunities for additional works, variations, or larger projects.
Work closely with project teams to ensure a smooth handover from quotation to delivery.
Adhere to all health & safety, financial, and governance policies in commercial activities.
The successful candidate must have/be:
Previous experience as an Estimator, Cost Technician, or in a similar technical role.
Ability to analyse and interpret technical reports, engineering drawings, and contract documentation.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across both technical and commercial teams.
Proficient in estimating software, spreadsheets, and commercial systems.
Advanced Excel skills.
This role is being handled by Holly Ensoll, Business Support Consultant for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.
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