Technical Estimator (Precision Engineering)

Technical Estimator (Precision Engineering) in Knutsford (WA16), WA16 | Ernest Gordon Recruitment Find a job Post a job Sign up Never miss an opportunity. We’ll find jobs that fit Get Started Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Project Manager Network Plus Manchester, Greater Manchester, M28 1XW 1 month ago Discipline Head - Civil Design Engineering Barhale Manchester (M32), M32 0RS Competitive with benefits 5 days ago Estimator (Mechanical) Ernest Gordon Recruitment Manchester (M1), M1 £50000 - £60000 per annum + £90,000 OTE + £6,000 Car Allowance 3 days ago Senior Risk Specialist First Technical Recruitment Warrington (WA3) Inside IR35 - Umbrella rates 4 days ago Industrialisation Project Leader Safran Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 9QH Negotiable 2 days ago Senior Commercial Officer - Infrastructure North Public Sector Resourcing CWS Manor Ind Est, Warrington (WA4), WA4 1HT Negotiable 2 days ago Commercial Manager AMPLIFY SUCCESS LTD Leyland (PR26) Up to £45,000 per annum 2 days ago Geotechnical Associate Bridgewater Consultancy UK Ltd Manchester (M1) excellent basic plus benefits 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor Fortus Recruitment Berkshire, SL1 0AB £50k - 60k per year + Package & Benefits 2 days ago Project Supervisor Johnson Controls Manchester, Greater Manchester 8 hours ago NEW Technical Estimator (Precision Engineering) Ernest Gordon Recruitment View Profile Knutsford (WA16), WA16 Permanent Contract; On-site Published: 1 day ago £55000 - £65000 per annum + Training + Progression + Company Benefits Apply Save Technical Estimator (Precision Engineering) Ernest Gordon Recruitment Apply Technical Estimator (Precision Engineering) £55,000 - £65,000 + Training + Progression + Company Benefits + 31 Days Holiday + Pension Knutsford Are you an experienced Estimator or Technical Buyer with a background in machined components, looking for a senior, commercially focused position within an industry-leading company specialising in the Nuclear and Oil & Gas sectors? Do you want an autonomous role where your technical judgement and negotiation skills will directly influence project costs and profitability, alongside specialist training and opportunities to progress towards Purchasing Manager? In this role, you will take ownership of technical estimates for precision-engineered components, interpreting engineering drawings and assessing material and manufacturing requirements to produce accurate costings. You will work closely with CNC machining suppliers, evaluate quotations and negotiate competitive terms, balancing cost and quality. You will also identify supply chain gaps and visit supplier machine shops a couple of times per month to strengthen relationships and identify opportunities for improvement. Established for nearly 50 years, this company is a recognised specialist within the valves sector, overseeing Subsea and Pipeline projects from order through to assembly. With technologies approved for use in the pioneering Rolls-Royce SMR programme, the business is expanding its presence within the UK's nuclear energy sector while pursuing opportunities across international markets. This role would suit an experienced Estimator or Technical Buyer from a precision engineering background, looking to take greater ownership of estimating and supplier negotiations within a technically demanding business offering autonomy, specialist development and clear career progression. The Role: Technical Estimating and component costings Understanding drawings to assess materials and manufacturing requirements Obtain quotes and negotiate prices Liaise with internal teams and external clients 40 hours per week; 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday The Person: Estimator, Technical Buyer or similar Background in Precision Engineering Reference number: BBBH 27874a Sales Engineer, BDM, Sales Manager, Field Sales, Mobile Sales, Executive, Business, Sales, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Cheshire, Knutsford, Warrington, Manchester, Liverpool, Northwest, Internal Sales, Valves, Engineering, Manufacturer, Engineer, B2B, Mechanical, If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website Apply Ernest Gordon Recruitment Banking and Financial Services 1563 Jobs Company Profile In Short Industry HR & Recruitment Founded 2017 Location Bristol, London, Exeter Company size 11-50 About us Ernest
Gordon Recruitment Limited is a specialist Engineering and Technical
recruitment consultancy. We specialise in the recruitment of engineers and
technical professionals across the professional spectrum from entry level to
board room. We work with graduates through to senior appointments across
permanent, contract and temporary roles. What makes us different? We
identified a gap in the market for an honest, transparent, reliable engineering
recruitment company. We want to build long term, long lasting relationships
with our clients. Career Advice We provide an effective process to help you understand the type of job you
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experiences. If you are interested in speaking with us regarding any roles, call us now. Similar Technical Estimator (Precision Engineering) Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Project Manager Network Plus Manchester, Greater Manchester, M28 1XW 1 month ago Discipline Head - Civil Design Engineering Barhale Manchester (M32), M32 0RS Competitive with benefits 5 days ago Estimator (Mechanical) Ernest Gordon Recruitment Manchester (M1), M1 £50000 - £60000 per annum + £90,000 OTE + £6,000 Car Allowance 3 days ago Senior Risk Specialist First Technical Recruitment Warrington (WA3) Inside IR35 - Umbrella rates 4 days ago Industrialisation Project Leader Safran Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 9QH Negotiable 2 days ago Senior Commercial Officer - Infrastructure North Public Sector Resourcing CWS Manor Ind Est, Warrington (WA4), WA4 1HT Negotiable 2 days ago Commercial Manager AMPLIFY SUCCESS LTD Leyland (PR26) Up to £45,000 per annum 2 days ago Geotechnical Associate Bridgewater Consultancy UK Ltd Manchester (M1) excellent basic plus benefits 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor Fortus Recruitment Berkshire, SL1 0AB £50k - 60k per year + Package & Benefits 2 days ago Project Supervisor Johnson Controls Manchester, Greater Manchester 8 hours ago NEW Technical Estimator (Precision Engineering) jobs Technical Estimator (Precision Engineering) jobs in Knutsford Construction jobs Construction jobs in Knutsford Estimating jobs Estimating jobs in Knutsford Jobs in Knutsford Full Time jobs Weekend jobs Retail jobs Amazon Warehouse Operative jobs Christmas jobs Night Shift jobs NHS jobs Apprenticeship jobs Warehouse jobs Cleaning jobs No Experience jobs Remote jobs Admin jobs Administration jobs Apprenticeships jobs Tesco jobs Get hired. Find success. Get started Totaljobs About us Careers at Totaljobs Press Partners Privacy policy Terms and conditions Cookies Legal and compliance Accessibility Jobseekers Salary Planner Jobseeker help centre Career advice Recruiters Post job ads Recruiting news Courses Contact us - recruiters Recruit internationally Download App store Play store The Stepstone Group UK Ltd © 2026 We use cookies We use cookies to operate our website, measure how people use our services to help us improve them, enrich usage profiles and personalise the content displayed to you. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising, and analytics partners, who may combine it with other information, to show you relevant ads on other websites, and to measure the performance of our advertising. Some cookies are essential for the operation of our website. If you would prefer us not to use the non-essential cookies, click “Just necessary”, but please be aware that this may impact your experience of our site and the services we are able to offer. Click “Accept” if you’re happy for us to place these cookies. You can change your mind at any time. Store and / or access information on a device Cookies, device identifiers, or other information can be stored or accessed on your device for the purposes presented to you. Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development Ads and content can be personalised based on a profile. More data can be added to better personalise ads and content. The performance of ads and content can be measured. Insights about audiences who have viewed the ads and content can be extracted. Data can be used to build or improve user experience, systems and software. Display third-party content (social networks, videos) Content from social networks and embedded content from third-party providers can be displayed. Identifiers derived from authentications If an identifier is created based on authentication data, such as contact details associated with online accounts you have set up on websites or apps (e.g. email address, phone number) or customer identifiers (e.g. an identifier provided by your telecommunications provider), then this identifier can be used to recognize you across websites, apps and devices if you are logged in with the same contact details. Just Necessary Accept All Cookie Settings You can also exercise your right to object to data processing based on legitimate interests under “Privacy Policy”. Privacy Policy Cookie policy