Estimator - Fabrication

Create material take-offs, costing data and prepare estimates and quotations in response to customer Requests for Quotations (RFQ’s). Must be willing and able to work with cross functional teams (internal & external).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work to prepare estimates and quotations and – follow up on leads to secure customer orders
• Develop relationships to develop a detailed understanding of customer specs and lead-time requirements
• Knowledge of fabrication processes and process capabilities
• Able to read and interpret part drawings/specifications provided by the customer
• Create relationships with suppliers & vendors – to gather secondary quotations and secure competitive costing for materials
• Able to determine/identify items that are outside of current internal capabilities – that may need to be outsourced or excluded from the quotation scope.

• Work with engineering/project management to ensure the accurate transfer of information and scope of quotation.
• Work with cross functional teams to resolve process capability questions
• Collaborate with other departments to maintain a smooth workflow – and make adjustments/recommendations as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous estimating experience in a fabrication environment preferred
• Ability to read & interpret engineering drawings & blueprints
• Must have solid math skills
• Prioritize & plan work activities efficiently to meet deadlines, work on multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Working knowledge of MS Office along with other software such as; ERP systems, SolidWorks, and Adobe.

Direct Hire

$58-$65k