Aspion

Sales Estimator Location: Birmingham Salary: £Negotiable DOE Reference: ASPLIV Industry: Fasteners Our client, a well-established manufacturer and supplier within the fastener industry based in Birmingham, is looking to recruit an experienced Sales Estimator to join their growing commercial team. This position would suit an experienced Sales Estimator with a strong background within the fastener industry and proven experience costing and estimating jobs independently. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting customers, preparing accurate quotations, and ensuring projects are priced competitively whilst maintaining target margins. Responsibilities: Preparing accurate quotations and cost estimates for customer enquiries and projects. Reviewing customer drawings, specifications, and requirements to determine manufacturing and supply costs. Costing jobs independently, ensuring all material, manufacturing, and operational costs are considered. Liaising with customers to clarify technical and commercial requirements. Working closely with production, purchasing, and sales teams to ensure accurate pricing and lead times. Sourcing material and subcontract costs where required. Negotiating pricing with suppliers to maximise profitability and competitiveness. Following up quotations and identifying opportunities to convert enquiries into orders. Maintaining accurate records of quotations, pricing structures, and customer information. Providing technical and commercial support to customers. Monitoring market trends, raw material costs, and competitor activity within the industry. Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to enhance estimating processes and efficiency. Requirements: Previous experience as a Sales Estimator within the fastener industry is essential. Proven experience costing and estimating jobs independently. Strong understanding of fastener manufacturing processes, materials, and industry standards. Ability to interpret customer drawings, specifications, and technical requirements. Excellent commercial awareness with a strong understanding of margins and profitability. Experience liaising with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple quotations and deadlines effectively. Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment would be advantageous Package Details: Salary negotiable DOE 08:30-17:00 Monday to Thursday / 08:00-16:30 Fridays 23 days annual leave + Bank Holidays Monthly team performance related bonus Company pension To Contact Direct: Daniel Barnett Managing Consultant (phone number removed) (url removed) At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion, and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store, and handle your data these can be viewed on our website.

Technical Engineer Location: Manchester Salary: £Negotiable + Company Car/Car Allowance Industry: Construction Reference: ASPLIV Our client is seeking a technically focused Technical Engineer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a structural or engineering professional looking to utilise their technical expertise in a customer-facing role. The position is heavily focused on providing engineering support, structural calculations, and technical solutions for building envelope systems, while also identifying opportunities to develop existing and new customer relationships. The successful candidate will work closely with engineers, architects, contractors, and clients, providing expert technical guidance on composite floor systems, structural roof decking, and façade/building envelope solutions. Although the role has a commercial element, the primary focus is delivering technically compliant and practical engineering solutions. Key Responsibilities Provide technical support and engineering advice on composite floors, structural roof decking, and building envelope systems. Prepare structural estimations, calculations, and technical proposals in response to customer enquiries. Interpret structural drawings, specifications, and project requirements. Carry out manual structural calculations where required. Interpret wind loading regulations and structural design requirements to provide compliant solutions. Liaise with engineers, architects, contractors, and clients throughout the project lifecycle. Support projects from initial enquiry through to completion, ensuring technically accurate and commercially viable solutions. Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations where required. Assist with identifying new project opportunities and maintaining strong customer relationships. Work collaboratively with internal engineering and commercial teams. Attend client meetings, design reviews, and site visits across the UK when required. Keep up to date with industry standards, legislation, and developments within the construction sector. Key Skills & Experience 3-5 years' experience within structural engineering, construction engineering, technical support, or a similar engineering focused role. Structural or civil engineering background is essential. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications. Strong understanding of composite floor systems, structural roof decking, façade systems, or building envelope products. Experience carrying out structural calculations and interpreting wind loading requirements. Experience using a structural calculation software is highly desirable. Excellent technical problem-solving skills with the ability to provide practical engineering solutions. Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to customers and project stakeholders. Commercial awareness with the ability to identify project opportunities when engaging with customers. Self-motivated with excellent organisational and project management skills. Comfortable working independently in a remote role while travelling to customer sites across the UK as required. Package & Benefits Competitive salary Company Car Allowance Annual Bonus Up to 15% of Annual Salary Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Healthcare cash plan, including support towards eye tests, dental treatment, and more 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Opportunity to join a global market leading organisation To Contact Direct Daniel Barnett Managing Consultant (phone number removed) (url removed) At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data these can be viewed on our website.