Estimator/Project Coordinator - Custom Fabrication Shop
DDF is looking to grow its core team with a Fabrication Project Estimator/Coordinator with experience in design fabrication to help us level up. If you like to use both sides of your brain, and wear many hats this is for you!
At DDF we look for candidates with growth opportunities, and therefore focus on the individuals' purpose within the company. If you want to grow within the industry, DDF is right for you!
Hands-on Fabrication skills & experience highly desirable, please make note of this in your application/cover letter if applicable.
Learn more by checking out ddfla.com
KEY ROLES:
(GENERAL IMMEDIATE NEEDS)
Ability to wear many hats, creative, efficient, resourceful
Familiarity with CNC machines.
Strong technical drawing experience, understanding, redlining, direction etc.
Outstanding leadership capabilities & desires
Assist with production pipeline and office operations.
Familiarity with the same or similar fabrication/production/manufacturing environment.
Support project documents and stay organized
Dissect provided information for bidding: delegate the appropriate person(s)/depts to retrieve needs, costs, ideas and overarching support.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Project coordination/support
Delegate project information: determine scope of work, communicate internally and with clients to set up and get moving. Keep the project on schedule, budget and target once approved. Track all aspects of the project.
Learn internal processes - provide creative & constructive feedback.
Coordinate all new hires, process paperwork, and train.
Diligently keep clients up to date and continuously maintain communication.
Enjoy being client-facing.
Gather information from other departments to estimate, track and familiarize yourself with process, materials, trades, machines, industries etc.
Establish vendor relationships and know who to call.
Sort through incoming projects to prioritize and establish the priorities and importance levels.
Punctuality and organizational skills are essential.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Ability/familiarity of 3D model/2D draft of any or all: rhino, autocad, fusion, solidworks__
Can step into design, draft, 3D model or perform any task in the design department
Strong drawing knowledge - ability to read, interpret and take action with the following: technical drawings, specs, project needs and RFQS
Relevant drafting, 3D modeling, general technical drawing experience (1 yr min)
Experience working with, editing and converting various design files
3 yrs project management experience in related field & "shop" experience in related field/fabrication/manufacturing
Estimating, materials, purchasing experience
High software proficiency
Fabrication materials, industry practice, techniques - knowledge
Strong scheduling and time management skills
Process oriented, creative
Experience with design workflow, production pipelines
Excellent writing, editing, correspondence - professional, timely and to the point
Experience in contract negotiation with clients and vendors
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with aptitude in fostering long-term relationships, answering phone calls, taking notes, etc.
DETAILS:
Base Rate - $24 and up based on experience
Performance review (after 6 months)
1 week paid vacation every calendar year
5 Paid Holidays (starting after 60 days of employment)