General Description

Estimators are responsible for the development of quote documents received by either outside sales representatives or calls coming into the office. Employees in this position work closely with the sales team to gather all the details needed to accurately quote projects. In addition to preparing quote documents, estimators are also responsible for auditing project prices/material take offs at time of release to fabrication, pre-ordering non-stocked items once the order is received, comparing Purchase Orders to quote documents, and sending orders/purchase orders to order processing.

Essential Behaviors

Supporting the company’s policies, processes, and procedures
Meeting or exceeding individual and department goals
Gathering project details from all parties involved
Well Organized
Manage and be respectful of others time
Communicating effectively with team and other departments
Price accurately and profitability
Rapid communication response time
Integrity, Accountability and Respect for others
Exhibit Industry and Company product Knowledge
Make decisions and solve problems
Provide feedback on current processes and bottlenecks to continuously improve
Give full attention to what other people are saying, take time to understand the goal or need, ask questions as appropriate

Work Activities

Gather customer or product information to determine customer needs
Select or assist customers in selecting products based on customer needs, product specifications, applicable regulations, and safety
Meet customer on time delivery of bid/proposal expectations
Include any upsell or alternative options to customer
Quote all prices, credit terms, or other bid specifications per Company policies
Maintain constant communication with key stakeholders, internal & external
Answer customers’ questions about products, prices, availability, or credit terms
Compute customers’ installation or production costs and estimate cost changes for new services, products, or equipment (when applicable)
Follow Company procedures to process new and change orders
Submit purchasing requests for non-stocked items
Travel to customer sites as needed
Attend events to develop professional knowledge
Study product information to acquire professional knowledge

Basic Skills

Communicate information effectively both verbal and written
Math skills necessary for basic engineering analysis and problem solving
Analyze technical information. Ensure that we have enough information to effectively provide an accurate quote This may include 3D drawings, Isometric Drawings, customer technical specifications, industry specifications, design and fabrication codes and standards
Fluent in English and utilize proper grammar in all written communication and documents
Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions to problems
Use of Measuring Equipment – Laser tape measures, levelling equipment, other measurement tools

Social Skills

Use emotional intelligence to effectively be part of the team
Bring others together and reconcile differences
Actively look for ways to help people
Adjust actions in relation to others’ needs

Technology & Computer Skills

Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point
ERP, quotation, and opportunity tracking systems
Drafting tools (i.e.: SolidWorks)

Education & Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, manufacturing, or other technical field, or 2 years work experience in relevant technical engineering, manufacturing, or construction role

Special Requirement:

Travel and overnight stays with possible international travel
May be required to work weekends and holidays as business necessitates; schedules will be determined by management with at least 48 hours advance notice

Work Environment

Normal office environment with frequent excursions to material, manufacturing, and testing
When out of the office, the following conditions may apply:
- Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable
- Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32 F degrees) temperature

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LB Estimator