Job Summary:
Responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full cost estimates on large and complex projects as required by the client's documents.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Actively gather and disseminate market intelligence for each estimating job by talking directly with the buyer, the end user, vendors, and/or other sources of information.
Interpret customer drawings, specifications, and requirements as the basis for formulating quotation strategies.
Work with Estimating, Engineering, and Sales Departments to analyze customer requirements and develop a winning strategy for every quotation.
Identify the optimum cost/availability of materials within the customer's approved material supplier or country of origin list and prepare material and labor estimates used in the quotation process.
Learn to effectively utilize all estimating documentation and electronic programs to prepare the bill of material and labor estimate for all quotations.
Complete all documentation on time and in an organized manner consistent with company policies and management directives.
Qualifications:
Electrical Engineering degree or electrical experience.4+ years experience as an electrical estimator or in a similar role preferred.
An overall broad understanding of all types of electrical systems. Medium and high voltage.
Experience with tooling, machining, fabrication or construction environments and industries.
Must be fluent with Office Suite (SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)Strong technical writing skills and the ability to read and interpret drawings and/or construction plans are required for success.
This position requires strong negotiating and organizational skills, the ability to perform detailed work promptly, follow up through order closure, and manage the order throughout the manufacturing process.
Compensation
Range$100,000 - $120,000 per year
Benefits:
We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.
