Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Building Estimator 1 is responsible for preparing material and labor cost estimates for our steel enclosure manufacturing projects.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Duties/Responsibilities: Gathers and reviews proposals, blueprints, specifications, and other related Building documents to determine scope of work.
Communicate with customers during bid phase for clarifications and scope information to complete estimates.
Identify labor, material, and time requirements for each project.
Create and submit cost estimates for review.
Attend weekly bid meetings to provide status of open estimates and updates for each project in the pipeline.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date pricing information from suppliers, vendors, and purchasing department and update estimate sheets accordingly Work on multiple estimates simultaneously.
Partner with engineering, business development, and project management teams to help understand the technical pieces of the project.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work on multiple projects while meeting required deadlines.
Ability to understand technical electrical and mechanical drawings and requirements.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Understanding of contractual language is a plus.
Experience/Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or other related field preferred.
Coursework in a related field/industry.
0-3 years of experience as an estimator or similar role Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Must be able to traverse the production floor as needed.
Must be able to work full time in office.