Estimator

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Interprets product requirements from takeoffs, specifications, architectural drawings, material, labor and finished costs to create sales quotations & change orders. Corresponds with field representatives, architects, subcontractors/contractors and internal personnel in preparation of sales quotations in an office environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, including but not necessarily limited to the following:

• Interprets customer requirement from drawing, verbal or written specifications.
• Prepares and revises bids based upon contract documents, verbal and written requests, material, labor and finish costs.
• Corresponds and contacts sales reps to obtain missing info, recommends change or substitution to improve cost, delivery, or product.
• Interacts with sales reps and internal personnel to provide accurate quotations & change orders.
• Assists in providing information & details for order entry, drafting, production and layout of orders received.
• Provides technical product support to designers and customers as related to the quotes.
• Custom product pricing, modifying existing pricing programs, creating new pricing programs & coordinating with specialty vendors as required.
• Assist department supervisor with new Estimator onboarding / training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management
• Reports directly to the department supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 quality management system and ISO 14001 environmental management system requirements, including adherence to documented procedures, participation in audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE/ EDUCATION: (Minimum Education and/or Experience required)

• Bachelor’s degree, and/or 5+ years related experience
• Demonstrated knowledge in reading/interpreting architectural drawings and specifications
• “Key Account” management experience preferred
• Knowledge in design basics, construction documents and fabrication methods preferred
• Architectural drafting background or related material take off experience helpful
• Knowledge of CRM/Salesforce.
• Travel 5%

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize workload and schedule effectively
• Communication skills necessary to work effectively with both internal and external customers including contractors, sales reps, and manufacturing personnel
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Problem solving, strategical thinking, decision making skills
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Strong organizational skills
• Detail-oriented

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• No

PAY & BENEFITS:

• Annual Salary Range: $60,000 – $90,000.   Range will vary by experience and geographic market.
• Bonus Plan
• Medical & Prescription benefits with company contribution
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• 401(k) program with match
• 3 weeks PTO
• 10 Paid Holidays + 4 Floating holidays