Estimator

Description

SUMMARY

Prepares cost estimates and specialized pricing by analyzing proposals and requirements for product manufacturing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned)

• Understands scope of work to bid, prepares work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
• Assists with preparing estimates and purchase orders in detail for all products. 
• Ensures timely completion of estimates and pricing. Presents prepared estimate or price by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information.
• Assists with resolving discrepancies in a timely manner by collecting and analyzing information. 
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships and communication with customers, sales team, office personnel, production manager and his/her supporting staff, and supervisor(s). 
• Assists with normal office duties and communicates with customers to determine the products they need.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending or participating in educational workshops, webinars, and opportunities.
• Complies with all Company safety practices and procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Ability to understand product drawings and requirements and assist with developing professional cost estimates. Understanding of HVAC & Roofing fabrication preferred. Strong analytical and math skills, ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines, impeccable problem-solving skills. 

CERTIFICATION, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must be eligible to complete any estimating and take off classes and/or certifications that may arise to enhance job performance.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to understand product drawings and requirements, read blueprints and develop professional cost estimates. 
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to focus and multi-task to meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and quality check own work.
• Must be well-organized.
• Strong problem solving and reasoning abilities skills. 
• The ability to work cooperatively with others and always maintain a positive and professional manner.
• Proficient computer skills with a strong understanding of Microsoft Office. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Most duties are performed from a seated position. Work involves utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines and filing cabinets. There is potential for eye strain from reading detailed materials and looking at a computer screen. Work normally requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate computer keyboards at a moderate skill level. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust and focus. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

FLSA: Non-Exempt