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Estimator

Sector:
Engineering Professionals
Job Type:
Permanent
Location:
England
Area:
Lancashire
Town:
Irlam, City and Borough of Salford
Salary:
£28,000 to £32,000 per annum
Posted:
12 Feb 2026
Job Ref:
SJN/EstPerm

Our client, based in Salford, is looking to add an experienced Estimator to the team of 4 people.

About our client:

They are a well-established manufacturer and supplier of high-quality commercial washroom cubicles, working with contractors and clients across the UK. From education and healthcare to leisure and commercial developments, our products are known for reliability, quality, and service.
Average order value circa £15K. Fast paced multiple order value.

The Role

You’ll work closely with our senior estimators and sales team, working on pricing projects and supporting tender submissions.

Key Responsibilities

Preparation of estimates and quotations

Taking off quantities from drawings and specifications

Liaising with suppliers and internal departments for pricing and technical information

Maintaining accurate records of enquiries, quotes, and revisions

Supporting the sales team with pricing and project information

Learning and developing an understanding of our product range and systems

About You

We’re looking for someone who is organised, numerate, and keen to learn.

Essential:

Strong attention to detail

Good numeracy and IT skills (Excel experience preferred)

A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn

Good communication skills, both written and verbal

Experience in construction, manufacturing, or estimating

Ability to read basic technical drawings

Relevant qualification (construction, engineering, or similar)

What We Offer

Clear progression opportunities within the company
A friendly, supportive working environment.
Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
Company pension and holiday entitlement.

Hours of work:
Monday to Thursday: 08.30 - 5pm.
Friday: 08.00 - 4.30pm

How to Apply

If you’re looking to build a long-term career in estimating with a growing manufacturer, we’d love to hear from you.

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Core Values

Taking OWNERSHIP and full ACCOUNTABILITY of our actions

Treating EVERYONE with RESPECT

Giving 110% to every task we undertake and being PASSIONATE

Always being FRIENDLY and DOWN TO EARTH

Admitting when we have been WRONG and doing our utmost to put it RIGHT

When you TALK we stop and LISTEN

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT - Knowledge is endless

Always ACCESSIBLE - Day or Night, if you need us we will be there

SELF MANAGEMENT - We operate a flat line structure where everyone has a role to play from the Administrator to the MD

HONESTY and INTEGRITY at ALL times - Even when you may not want to hear what we say

PEOPLE are ASSETS not NUMBERS - Every person has a skill, we do our best to understand these skills and match them to the best environment

What Candidates Say

I'd also like to take the chance to thank you for all your help during my time with Ambitek. I have always been paid on time and any worries I had were sorted out incredibly quickly either by yourself or your colleagues. Thank you for making my time as a contractor as painless as possible. I would certainly have no qualms about being employed by your agency again sometime in the future. Although obviously not any time soon!!!!

I contacted Ambitek last year about employment. They quickly responded and helped me get a job! I now have a full time job thanks to Ambitek and their staff. They have always paid me on time and have always been there to help me if I needed any advice! Now me and my family are doing great all thanks to Ambitek.

"Hi, hope your all set for Xmas just wanted to say thanks to you and all the staff at Ambitek. You have all been ace this year sorting out my wages and holiday pay and the rest, it's been a real pleasure working for you this year and can't thank you enough for getting me the job in the first place it really pulled me out of it when I was down and to say I appreciate it is an understatement

Hi, thank you for having me work for Ambitek, it’s been a pleasure

Hi, just wanted to say thank you for all your help placing me, as today I signed a permanent contract. The agency have been fantastic and in the future I wouldn't hesitate in contacting you if I need a job or recommending you to others. Once again, thank you and I would like to wish you all the best for the future. (One happy customer!)

Hi, don't know if they informed you but I got a full time contract this week, thanks to you and your team for everything mate I'd be nowhere without Ambitek.

Wish everyone looked after us like you.

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