Estimator

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Summary:

The Estimator is responsible for preparing material and labor cost estimates for our relay and control panel, switchgear, and steel enclosure manufacturing projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Gathers and reviews proposals, blueprints, specifications, and other related 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.

• 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.

• 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

• 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.