Estimator

An Estimator, or Cost Engineer, is responsible for cost calculations to determine how much it will cost a company to complete a project or provide products and services to its clients. They do this by researching the costs of the materials, transport, labor and equipment.  This person’s responsibility includes ballpark pricing, prototype pricing and pricing for full productions runs.

Estimator duties and responsibilities

Research the cost of items such as materials, transport, labor and equipmentEstablish and maintain relationships with contractors and vendors including wood, metal and plastic vendors as well as installation partnersObtain multiple quotes from suppliers and contractors within a specified time frameCommunicate costs and potential value engineered solutions back to the project management and engineering teamsAssess the risk levels associated with a projectEvaluate the pricing request and work with project management to define the level of quote need i.e. ballpark or firm pricingPrepare and submit quotations and details of costs for work to be doneAssist with bids for new contracts and supporting the activities of buyersDefine potential problems and suggest alternatives based upon cost implications, time constraints, and customer quality standards. Qualifications:
1-2 years of work experienceExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExperience in custom design-built business preferredExperience in the retail industry is preferred Proficient in reading detailed production drawingsExpert knowledge of various materials including but not limited to metal, acrylic, wood, expanded PVC, styrene, corrugate, plastic corrugate, etc.

Benefits Start on Day 1:

Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(K) Matching10 Paid HolidaysPaid Time OffFlexible Spending Account