Estimating Assistant

Callen-Lenz Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company specializing in UAS in Salisbury is seeking a full-time individual for a cost estimating role. The candidate will support data gathering and cost modeling, working closely with cross-functional teams. A strong understanding of Microsoft Office is essential, along with communication skills and adaptability. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £40,000 annually and is part of a growing team passionate about innovation. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension Scheme

Private Health Insurance

Training & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Desirable to have a degree in a related subject.
• Previous experience in engineering or manufacturing environments is essential.
• Must be able to understand Bills of Materials.

Responsibilities

• Attend bid launch meetings to understand customer requirements.
• Gather information for cost estimates.
• Populate cost model for internal reviews.
• Identify gaps or assumptions in data.
• Build relationships with supply chain and stakeholders.

Skills

Confident user of Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated

Ability to work to deadlines

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Engineering, Maths, Statistics, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Vacancy Reference: CLA-387
Position: Full-time
Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK
Salary: £30,000- £40,000 per annum

At Callen-Lenz, we are expanding the limits of what is possible. We specialise in crewed and uncrewed aircraft operations and technology, and having recently received investment into the business we are in a period of rapid growth and development and are looking for key roles to assist with these changes. Callen-Lenz offers innovative and customer-focused UAS solutions through our four key business strands: technical services, products, platforms and operational services. We are looking for individuals to help drive forward our expansion, placing you at the forefront of UAS development in the UK.

Our Values

• Integrity
• Innovation
• Collaboration
• Excellence

Why Work for Us

Based in the heart of rural Wiltshire, close to the historic city of Salisbury you will join our rapidly growing, friendly and multidisciplinary team, working on a range of diverse and interesting projects, leading the way in this exciting field and witnessing the full lifecycle of our products. The Callen-Lenz team are passionate about what we do, and we are searching for individuals to grow with us as we expand into the aerospace industry.

Our Benefits Include

• 25 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays)
• Buy/Sell holiday policy up to 5 days either way
• Pension Scheme via Royal London
• Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan
• Green Car Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life assurance scheme (6x basic salary)
• Income protection policy (75% of basic salary)
• Private Health Insurance via Vitality
• Private Dental insurance via Bupa
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity
• 1 Professional membership reimbursed per year
• 1 paid volunteering day per year
• Access to an independent financial advisor year round
• Training & development opportunities

About the Role

Reporting to the Estimating Lead you will assist in capturing data from across the Callen Lenz SME community that will directly feed into generating reliable cost modelling information.

Responsibilities

• Attending bid launch meetings to understand all requirements of the customer which transpose into estimating needs.
• Work closely with internal cross-functional teams to gather detailed information for cost build-up of estimates.
• Populating the Callen Lenz cost model with gathered information ready for internal reviews.
• Identifying & highlighting any gaps or assumptions in the data for risk analysis.
• Build a strong and effective working relationship with our supply chain and internal stakeholders.
• Handle general administrative duties, including document control and email responses.

Health and Safety

• Demonstrate in daily activities a commitment to health and safety in the workplace by always ensuring tasks are performed in the safest possible manner.
• Report all hazards and incidents that the individual is party to, or observes, in the correct manner.
• When required or directed, participate in any health and safety training.

Qualifications

Desirable but not essential: Educated to a degree standard in a related subject e.g. Engineering, Maths, Statistics, Business.

Essential

• Confident user of all Microsoft Office applications.
• Have previous experience in engineering, manufacturing environments.
• Able to understand Bills of Materials.
• Excellent communication skills across functions and all levels of business.
• Enthusiasm for their work and self-motivated to deliver their best.
• Able to work to fixed deadlines for bid submission.
• Adaptable and able to take on additional tasks if required to do so.

Desirable

• Intermediate skills when working with Microsoft Excel (able to understand formulas).
• Logical thinker who can identify/challenge data.
• Knowledge of UAVs would be advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Must be a British Citizen or have an existing right to work in the UK.
• Ability to commit to occasional national and international travel.
• Ability to hold Security Clearance – 5 years residence in the UK.

Callen-Lenz is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. It is essential that the successful candidate must, by the start of their employment, have permission to work in the UK. Proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK will be required prior to commencement of employment.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.