The Estimator I will conceptualize, prepare, and deliver pricing proposals to Sales and/or customers. This position is responsible for reviewing and translating drawings, specifications, procedural information and preparing a qualified scope of work and bid proposal including accurate estimation of labor, service and material. The Estimator I will be a self-starter, able to meet critical deadlines and have the ability to work as part of a team.
Duties & Responsibilities:
??? Prepare detailed takeoffs from design renderings, specifications, and architectural and technical drawings.
??? Comprehensively analyze plans, specifications, proposals, and additional documentation to prepare bid estimates for projects.
??? Accurately estimate required labor, service, and materials necessary to fabricate and install product.
??? Frequently communicate and collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Production and Project Management to understand scope, timelines, applicable project deadlines and any changes made to original proposal.
??? Assume the lead with confidence on all assigned projects.
??? Create concise proposals specifically detailing inclusions, exclusions, clarifications to bid.
??? Arrange and manage handoff to CMT and operations for assigned projects.
??? Apply sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to each estimate and to the business.
??? Other duties as assigned by management.

??? Bachelor???s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management or a related field.
??? Minimum of 2 years??? experience estimating from conceptual, schematic and design development drawings.
??? Estimating experience in construction, construction materials or custom manufacturing.
??? Experience working with take-offs, bid documents, scope sheets.
??? Expertise reading and interpreting contracts, drawings, and specifications.
??? Superior knowledge of Microsoft Excel, experience with take-off software a plus.
??? Ability to manage multiple estimates and/or projects concurrently.
??? Strong organizational and time management skills with high attention to detail.
??? High emotional intelligence with respect to problem solving, collaboration, and effectively dealing with customer needs.
??? Strong math, technical writing and verbal communication skills required.
??? Must have experience with sales and possess strong customer facing capabilities.
??? Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
??? Good understanding of the design/build process.
??? Must be collaborative with the ability to work well within a team environment.
??? Must have excellent overall computer and information technology skills.
??? Strong logical decision-making ability.
??? Capacity to handle pressure and consistently meet deadlines.