Job Description - Systems Estimator

Department:  Systems

FSLA:  Non-Exempt

Summary / Objective:

A Project Estimator, is responsible for deciding the projected time frame needed to complete a project and additional factors like labor needs, materials, budgets and potential setbacks

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyzing requirement documents, blueprints and project plans to gain a thorough understanding of the project
• Determining what factors of production will influence the cost of a service or product
• Preparing material estimates and cost estimates for the product or service
• Creating labor estimates for any project
• Developing and maintaining relationships with company vendors and contractors
• Managing bids from vendors and contractors
• Using bid data to prepare detailed a cost analysis
• Presenting prepared estimates to management and other stakeholders
• Compiling and recording actual costs
• Solve customer application problems
• Cross over competitive products
• Utilize printed and on-line vendor information resources
• Keep product and reference information up to date
• Pick, pack and ship items if necessary
• Occasional visits to customer sites with our field representatives

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in mathematics, statistics and data analysis
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Report writing and strategic planning skills
• Familiarity with analyzing requirement data to develop material and cost estimates for large projects
• Expertise with analytic tools, such as spreadsheets and database managers
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents
• Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional time management skills
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to continuously improve knowledge

Education and Experience:

• Technical school or four-year degree preferred
• 2-4 years of experience with fluid power products required
• Two years of estimating experience required