Estimator - Industrial Coatings

Job Description

Position Title: Estimator - Industrial Coatings

Position Reports To: Regional Manager, Central Estimating

Position Summary

Estimators are responsible for all aspects of bidding a project including labor, time and materials requirements to determine overall cost of projects. This role is responsible for increasing profitability through comprehensive cost estimating.

Essential Functions

• Interpret and analyze contract documents regarding terms, specifications, clarifications, and requirements for each project and prepare estimates and bid proposals.

• Estimate majority of the work applicable to the respective region or business line, including, target projects and owners list, and managing bid flow.

• Reading and interpreting sophisticated specs and drawings.

• Using formulas and making calculations.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• 5+ years of industrial coatings & estimation services experience preferred

• 3+ years of experience reading isometric drawings

• 1+ years of experience estimating industrial services lines of business

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional team initiatives

• Knowledge in safety procedure implementation is a plus

• Ability to multi-task, managing multiple projects and competing priorities

• Effective communication and critical thinking skills

• Ability to respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines

• Critical in managing the business and identifying problems or opportunities

• Demonstrates ability to be flexible and quickly adaptable to changing conditions across all spectrums

• Creative and innovative approaches and solutions on a project-by-project basis

• Effective participation in team environment, with both external and internal teammates

Work Conditions/Physical Demands

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods

• Light work that includes moving objects up to twenty pounds

• No adverse environmental conditions expected