Cost Estimator

Tecna; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing creative company in Farnborough is seeking an experienced Cost Estimator to manage project estimation and cost analysis. The ideal candidate will utilize strong commercial awareness and collaborate closely with various teams. Key responsibilities include supporting cost reviews, liaising with suppliers, and maintaining project margins. This full-time role offers a competitive salary up to £50k depending on experience and requires a UK Clean Driving License.

Qualifications

• Experience in project estimation and cost analysis.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• UK Clean Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with sales and creative to provide accurate costings.
• Own and progress quoting tools for quicker estimates.
• Liaise with suppliers for up-to-date costs and lead times.

Skills

Strong commercial awareness

Detail-focused

Confident liaising with suppliers

Organised

Job description

LocationFarnborough, United Kingdom# Cost Estimator at TecnaLocationFarnborough, United KingdomSalary£40000 - £50000 /yearJob TypeFull-timeDate PostedFebruary 2nd, 2026Apply Now**Cost Estimator****Location:** Farnborough, GU14 8FF**Salary:** Up to £50k DOE**Work Setting:** In person at Farnborough HQAt Tecna, we’re expanding, and we’re on the lookout for an experienced Estimating Project Manager to join us to work across our teams at our Farnborough headquarters. If you’re an ambitious, confident self-starter ready to be part of a growing creative company, this full-time, permanent position could be the perfect fit for you.As a Tecna Estimator, you’ll play a key role in project estimation, planning and cost analysis of the ongoing event materials requirements and maintaining our supplier network. You’ll collaborate closely with the Creative, Sales, and Operations teams to review project specifications, assess materials and production costs, and ensure accurate pricing.**Your input will be essential to:*** Help determine and preserve project margins* Identify cost-saving opportunities* Support the delivery of competitive proposals that align with both client expectations and business objectives* Develop the list of Tecna approved suppliers* Maintain relationships with preferred suppliers**Job Responsibilities:*** **Work closely with sales and creative** to provide quick, accurate costings and support indicative initial pricing estimates* **Own and progress our quoting tools** – especially indicative estimates and help make the process leaner and easier for the whole team.* **Liaise with suppliers and internal production** to gather up-to-date costs, understand lead times, and flag viable alternatives.* **Support margin reviews** and collaborate with procurement and projects when quotes move towards ordering.* **Reference comparable previous jobs** to provide benchmarks and identify efficient, proven approaches.* **Help ensure scopes of work are clear, and cost informed.****Competencies:*** Strong commercial awareness and costing accuracy* Detail-focused with big-picture thinking* Confident liaising with suppliers and internal teams* Collaborative across sales, creative, projects, and procurement* Organised and process-minded* Ability to interpret technical drawings and specs**Desirables:*** Events Sector Experience* Familiarity with modular exhibition builds**Must Have:*** UK Clean Driving License* Rights to Work in the UK