Estimator

JOB SUMMARY

Review and interpret engineered conceptual sketches, fabrication drawings and specification summaries. Compile costed bills of materials, labor inputs, outside services and overhead to derive a sound list price. Perform, where applicable, comparative margin analysis on past or similar jobs. On that basis, recommend a price(s) or discount level at which the product(s) could be sold profitably.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Breakdown fabrication drawings into detailed B.O.M.'s for quoting
• Prepare and send purchasing RFQ's for all materials, machining, and services required for bid package
• Insert pricing into bid for materials, machining, and services ensuring all components are priced and included
• Delineate any and all labor required for producing fabrication
• Estimate hours in labor fields
• Cultivate and maintain healthy relationships with engineering, project managers, customers, and vendors
• Complete estimates on time, securing orders while maintaining a profitable margin.
• Prepare well organized, detailed estimates for review and quote preparation
• Work with sales, estimating and project management group to achieve project goals
• Review estimates vs. actual job outcomes ensuring that areas requiring improvement are addressed
• Increasing growth and job literacy
• Other duties as assigned

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Self-starter with excellent organizational and communications skills.
• Ability to operate computerized accounting and cost programs. Excellent computer and data entry skills – proficiency using Microsoft Office a must, Made-To-Manage ERP system a plus.
• Must detail oriented, have good math skills, working knowledge of materials/supplies, weights/measurements and shipping/logistics.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or an Associate degree in mechanical drafting is preferred.
• Ability to read CAD and SolidWorks drawings and/or general blueprints.
• Understanding of industrial metal/steel fabrication processes and terminology.
• Prior estimating and/or Project Management experience. Programming/Drafting experience preferred.