Trueline Products

Build your career with Trueline Expanded Products Are you good with numbers, have an eye for detail and want to build a career in manufacturing and construction? Trueline Expanded Products is a leading UK manufacturer of architectural aluminium fabricated building products, supplying customers across the construction industry. We're looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and organised Junior Estimator to join our growing Commercial team in Kidderminster. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the start of their career who wants to learn, develop and gain practical experience in a specialist manufacturing environment. Working alongside experienced estimators, you'll learn how to interpret technical drawings, calculate costs, prepare customer quotations and understand the commercial and manufacturing processes behind our products. You don't need to know everything from day one. We're looking for someone with the right attitude, a willingness to learn and the ambition to develop their skills. What you'll be doing As a Junior Estimator, you'll play an important role in supporting our Estimating and Commercial teams. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the preparation of accurate, competitive customer quotations. Learning to read and interpret architectural, engineering and CAD drawings. Assisting with measurements, material take-offs and quantity calculations. Developing an understanding of aluminium fabrication products and manufacturing processes. Preparing cost calculations using our inhouse system. Learning how to assess material, labour and production costs. Requesting and reviewing supplier quotations where required. Maintaining accurate quotation records, customer information and electronic filing systems. Working closely with CAD, Production, Purchasing and other internal departments. Developing an understanding of pricing structures, profit margins and commercial processes. Helping ensure quotations are completed within agreed timescales. Following up customer quotations within seven days. Understanding customer requirements and helping identify suitable product solutions. Responding professionally to customer enquiries by telephone and email. Supporting continuous improvement across the Commercial department. As your knowledge and confidence grow, you'll take on greater responsibility and develop the skills needed to manage quotations and customer requirements more independently. What we're looking for We're interested in people with potential, enthusiasm and the right approach to learning. Previous estimating experience is not essential for the right candidate. You'll ideally have: Strong numerical and analytical skills, with confidence working with figures. Good IT skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office. Excellent communication and organisational skills. A methodical approach and strong attention to detail. An interest in engineering, manufacturing or construction. The ability to read and interpret engineering or CAD drawings, or a willingness to learn. An understanding of commercial principles, or an interest in developing commercial awareness. The ability to manage your own workload and prioritise tasks. A positive, can-do attitude and the confidence to ask questions. The ability to work effectively as part of a team. A reliable, punctual and professional approach. Above all, we're looking for someone who is keen to learn, takes pride in their work and wants to build a long-term career with us. Why join Trueline Expanded Products? Joining Trueline means becoming part of a growing business where you can develop your skills, make a real contribution and build a rewarding career. You'll benefit from: Career development: Gain practical experience and develop your estimating and commercial skills. Training and support: Learn from experienced colleagues in a supportive working environment. Progression opportunities: Build your knowledge and take on increasing responsibility as you develop. Interesting projects: Work on bespoke architectural aluminium products and high-value construction projects. Teamwork: Collaborate with colleagues across Commercial, CAD, Production and Purchasing. A growing business: Join a forward-thinking manufacturer with opportunities to grow alongside the company. Ready to start your career in estimating? If you're organised, numerate, curious and ready to learn, we'd love to hear from you. Take the first step towards a career in estimating with Trueline Expanded Products and become part of a team that turns technical drawings into real-world products. Apply now to start building your future with Trueline Expanded Products.

We're Hiring: Senior Estimator (Sheet Metal Fabrication) About Trueline Expanded Products Trueline Expanded Products is a leading UK manufacturer of architectural aluminium fabricated building products, supplying customers across the construction industry. We're looking for a commercially minded, detail-oriented Senior Estimator (Sheet Metal Fabrication) to join our team in Kidderminster. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in sheet metal fabrication, manufacturing, engineering or a related industry to play a key role in pricing customer projects, supporting business growth and maximising profitability. You'll be responsible for preparing accurate, competitive quotations based on customer requirements, technical drawings and project specifications. Working closely with customers, suppliers, procurement and senior management, you'll help ensure every estimate reflects the true cost of materials, production requirements and commercial risks. The Role: What You'll Be Doing Team Leadership & People Management Manage the day-to-day running of the estimating office, coordinating workloads and priorities. Provide guidance and support to the estimating team to maintain quality and meet deadlines. Manage holiday requests to ensure appropriate team cover. Address conduct concerns and manage disciplinary matters in line with company procedures, with HR support. Estimating & Costing Review technical drawings, bills of quantities, specifications and customer requirements to produce accurate cost estimates. Use our internal estimating software to prepare detailed and competitive quotations. Assess material, manufacturing and operational costs to ensure estimates are commercially sound. Identify factors that could affect project costs, lead times and profitability. Day to day running of the estimating office Deal with holiday requests and disciplinaries when they arise Investigate and solve NCR's to find out root causes Highlight manufacturing limitations before they reach the shopfloor Supplier & Procurement Liaison Work closely with the procurement team to obtain accurate and up-to-date material pricing. Liaise with approved suppliers to secure competitive costs and value for money. Monitor material pricing and other factors that may influence quotation costs. Commercial Awareness & Risk Management Identify potential operational and commercial risks before quotations are submitted. Work with the Commercial Manager and Managing Director/Director to agree appropriate profit margins. Ensure quotations support the company's sales targets, profitability and wider business objectives. Customer Relationships Build and maintain positive relationships with new and existing customers. Understand customer requirements and provide practical, commercially focused solutions. Proactively follow up all quotations within seven days. Maintain accurate records of estimates, quotations, customer communications and supporting documentation. Health & Safety Follow company Health & Safety policies and procedures, contributing to a safe and compliant working environment. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who combines strong numerical ability with commercial awareness, excellent communication skills and a methodical approach to their work. Essential skills and attributes: Confident using computer software, including Microsoft Office. Excellent numeracy and attention to detail. Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills. Commercial awareness and an understanding of sheet metal manufacturing Good organisational and problem-solving abilities. The confidence to influence decisions and work effectively as part of a team. A proactive approach to managing workloads, deadlines and customer follow-ups. Ready to Join Trueline Expanded Products? If you're a commercially focused estimator who enjoys working with technical information, building customer relationships and helping deliver profitable projects, we'd love to hear from you. The role comes with a competitive salary of between £40,000 - £45,000 along with the potential to earn a bonus. Whether you already have sheet metal estimating experience or bring relevant skills from a related industry, this is an opportunity to make a real contribution to our business. Apply today to find out more about joining Trueline Expanded Products in Kidderminster.