Job Description

JOB TITLE

ESTIMATOR – FOR CUSTOM WINDOW AND DOOR MANUFACTURER

POSITION SUMMARY

Plans, coordinates, and directs major estimating functions in support of the Sales and Operations teams within the company. The ideal candidate is a responsive, highly productive professional who can effectively bid and manage a wide range of varying projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Formulates project estimates/proposals to ensure a quality, accurate and timely submission
• Responsible for the development of detailed take-off’s and creation of documents necessary for the full and comprehensive project details and requirements
• Read, review, and evaluate architectural blueprint plans to develop project scope of work which then drives the estimating process
• Estimating and bidding projects using electronic takeoff methods and WTS software
• Develop and maintain estimating templates, tools, and software
• Assist with developing and executing policies and procedures related to the estimating process
• Develop and maintain active bid list
• Must properly qualify new opportunities by collecting essential information to prepare for scoping of work
• Perform conceptual estimates for budgetary purposes for potential clients
• Collaborate with Project Developers and Engineers for best value solutions
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, bid strategy and presentation meetings as requested by sales team
• Perform periodic reviews of active projects estimated cost vs. actual cost, scope deficiencies, means and methods of self-performed work, schedule and project specific issues that effected the project estimate
• Maintains a complete knowledge of all operations systems, policies, and procedures
• Performs other duties as necessary or assigned

REQUIRED JOB-RELATED SPECIFICATIONS

• Must have prior experience with estimating software
• Microsoft Office proficiency, specifically, Excel
• Demonstrated judgment and decision-making ability
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors and/or more tenured co-workers

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent communicative, interpersonal, and self-starter skills
• Proven track record of profitability on projects through bidding and construction phases
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• At least three (3) years’ experience estimating in manufacturing/construction industry
• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• A bachelor's degree in a business-related field is preferred
• Multi-family construction industry experience is preferred

PHYSICAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, up to 75% of the time
• While performing the duties of this job the employee may be required to walk
• Judgment, decision-making, follow-up, social awareness, reading/writing, organizational, timeliness, stress tolerance, communication (oral and written)

BENEFITS OFFERED

• (10) PTO days and (8) paid holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company provided life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
• 401K program (up to 5% match)

JOB TYPE

Non- Exempt

SENIORITY LEVEL

Associate

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-time

INDUSTRY

Manufacturing

EEO STATEMENT RAM Industries, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.

Company Description

RAM's a reputable luxury brand that manufacture and distribute custom windows and doors!