Job Title: Estimator
Location: Chester, United Kingdom
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: Competitive
Start Date: Immediate
Role Conditions
- Immediate start
- Ongoing contract (with potential to go permanent)
- IR35 Status: Exempt
- Monday – Friday
About the Role
On behalf of our client, a leading organisation in the aviation industry, we are currently recruiting for an Estimator to support their quoting and pricing activities. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic environment with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and technical excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing detailed cost estimates for aircraft maintenance, repairs, inspections, modifications, and overhauls.
- Accurately assess labour, parts, tooling, materials, and subcontracted services required for each project.
- Coordinating with engineers, technicians, and procurement teams to gather necessary technical data and input for accurate cost projections.
- Reviewing technical work scopes, maintenance requests, and aircraft service bulletins (SBs), airworthiness directives (ADs), and OEM manuals to ensure the full scope of work is captured in estimates.
- Ensuring compliance with aviation regulatory standards (FAA, EASA) and internal quality control processes.
- Acting as the primary point of contact for clients during the quoting process, addressing any questions, concerns, or clarifications regarding the estimate.
- Providing clear, concise, and professional proposals, explaining cost breakdowns and any recommended work.
- Obtaining quotes from vendors and suppliers for materials, parts, and services required for each estimate.
- Negotiating favourable terms and pricing with third-party vendors to ensure cost efficiency.
- Monitoring project costs during the maintenance and repair process to ensure alignment with the original estimate.
- Investigating any deviations from the original quote and provide recommendations for cost adjustments if necessary.
- Assisting in maintaining cost databases and historical data for future reference and estimate accuracy.
- Working closely with the project management team to ensure smooth handover of project details once the estimate is approved.
- Reporting on estimate accuracy and provide feedback for continuous improvement.
- Preparing detailed reports for management summarising estimation processes, project profitability, and variance analysis.
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
- 3-5 years of experience in aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) estimation or similar roles within the aerospace industry.
- Strong technical understanding of aircraft systems, maintenance procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience working with OEMs, suppliers, and subcontractors in the aviation industry is preferred.
- Authority to live and work in the UK.
Desirable:
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously.
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with clients, internal teams, and vendors.
- Proficiency in using estimating software and tools, such as Quantum, Corridor, or similar MRO platforms.
Why Work with JMC Aviation?
At JMC Aviation, we specialise in aviation recruitment across [engineering services and training to airlines, MROs and OEMs, leasing and asset management companies, and component overhaul organisations]. With deep industry knowledge and a global network, we match the right talent to the right roles — contract or permanent.
- Industry-leading compliance support
- Fast onboarding and documentation assistance
- Dedicated recruitment consultant
- Placements across the globe
- Extensive experience and knowledge of the aviation sector
How to Apply
Submit your up-to-date CV, along with copies of right to work documents to harvey.webber@jmc-aviation.com
Compliance & Equal Opportunities
JMC Aviation is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered based on merit, qualification, and business need, regardless of age, gender, nationality, or background. We operate in full compliance with global aviation recruitment regulations.
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