Graduate Estimator / Design Engineer
Job Description
Graduate Estimator / Designer – Alva, Clackmannanshire – Salary: £30,000 – Working arrangement: Office based – Employment type: Permanent.
Job Overview
- Interpret customer requirements from specifications, drawings, site-survey information and related documentation
- Use AutoCAD to prepare and amend technical drawings for specialist gas-system installations
- Identify the products, materials and labour required for individual projects
- Prepare bills of quantities, cost estimates and quotations
- Assist with client-facing technical and commercial documentation
- Manage an enquiry workload and ensure deadlines are met
- Develop a working knowledge of regulations and standards relating to compressed gases
- Liaise with colleagues, clients and suppliers to clarify technical information
Job Requirements
- HNC, HND or higher qualification in Engineering, Design or a closely related discipline
- Experience using AutoCAD, including experience gained through college or higher education
- Ability to read and interpret engineering or construction drawings
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365, particularly Excel
- Strong numerical ability with a methodical and detail-focused approach
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Graduate/entry-level candidates are suitable; previous estimating, design, construction or engineering experience is desirable
- Experience preparing bills of quantities, quotations or technical documentation would be beneficial
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: £30,000
- Holiday entitlement: 34 days, including nine public holidays
- Private healthcare
- Workplace pension
- Free on-site parking
- Working hours: Monday-Friday, 9.00am-5.15pm
- Working arrangement: Office based
- Structured training and opportunities for progression within a growing specialist business
