Estimator, Bedford

Turn drawings into winning bids. Own the numbers that win the work.

If you’re an Estimator who likes precision, pace, and seeing your numbers directly influence real project wins — this one’s worth a look. We’re hiring into a specialist engineering environment where your pricing isn’t just “internal admin”… it decides whether projects land or not.

• Turning technical drawings into accurate, competitive costings
• Breaking down materials, labour, subcontract & install costs
• Analysing tenders, specs & project requirements
• Sourcing and negotiating supplier pricing
• Spotting risks, gaps, and compliance issues early
• Working closely with Sales, Contracts & Production
• Owning estimating accuracy from start to submission

• 2 years’ estimating experience (engineering / construction / manufacturing)
• Confidence reading technical drawings (non-negotiable)
• Strong Excel skills estimating tools (Bluebeam / PlanSwift etc.)
• A sharp eye for detail commercial thinking
• Ability to juggle multiple bids under pressure
• Understanding of materials / manufacturing processes

• Stable 8:30–5:00 working pattern across Monday to Friday only 
• 25 days holiday bank holidays
• Employee benefits including discounts across a range of retailers, restaurants, gym, and cinema as well as 24 x7 online GP and Confidential Employee Assistance programme.
• Company pension
• Real influence over winning work — not just processing it

You must be eligible for SC Clearance according to UK Government guidelines & requirements