Job Description
Design Estimator North London Work with high end designers celebrated interior decorators collectors and discerning private individuals worldwide. Do you have a passion for researching materials and suppliers selecting the best of them to ensure maximum profitability with the combination of affordability and outstanding quality for the customer We re looking for a Design Estimator to work with a company that designs and makes unique sculptural lighting furniture and artworks of the highest calibre. You will be expected to have a good rapport with all stakeholders in the business both inhouse and externally with suppliers to maintain and develop good working relationships. Key Responsibilities Include: Liaise with sales to understand the scope of custom or bespoke projects and advising. Build up strong positive relationships with existing company suppliers to obtain quotations on component parts as well as sourcing new and appropriate suppliers. Identify and quantify cost factors such as production time and raw material equipment and labour expenses to prepare and submit RRP quotations for the Sales Team. Conduct supplier research and visits to gather information on materials and outsourcing. Read offplan and CAD technical documents to prepare estimates. Collaborate with Production Management Technicians Designers Company Directors and Sales Team to ensure smooth running of projects. Annual review of the Company s catalogue collection and rechecking costs throughout the year. Requirements Experience 3 5 years experience and understanding of costing budgeting and design within the manufacturing of interior products for the (ideally) high end design sector. Benefits A salary of between 35k and 38k 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays) plus a bonus day off after 1 year Birthday off Company sick pay and pension Employee Assistance Programme Training and Development Opportunities Summer BBQ and Christmas Party Fresh fruit and snacks 3 5 years experience and understanding of costing, budgeting and design within the manufacturing of interior products for the (ideally) high end design sector.