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 equipment
Establish and maintain relationships with contractors and vendors including wood, metal and plastic vendors as well as installation partners
Obtain multiple quotes from suppliers and contractors within a specified time frame
Communicate costs and potential value engineered solutions back to the project management and engineering teams
Assess the risk levels associated with a project
Evaluate the pricing request and work with project management to define the level of quote need i.e. ballpark or firm pricing
Prepare and submit quotations and details of costs for work to be done
Assist with bids for new contracts and supporting the activities of buyers
Define potential problems and suggest alternatives based upon cost implications, time constraints, and customer quality standards.
Qualifications:
1-2 years of work experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience in custom design-built business preferred
Experience in the retail industry is preferred
Proficient in reading detailed production drawings
Expert 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 Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(K) Matching
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Flexible Spending Account
$55,000 - $65,000 a year
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