Customer Solutions Estimator
KONE · Costa Mesa, CA · 3 wk ago
Business Development$133k–$174k/yrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? Actually the posting includes Position Overview, Key Responsibilities, Qualifications, Why Join KONE?, About KONE, Benefits, Pay, etc. We need to use for section headings like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. However we should only include sections that have real specific content. The posting includes Position Overview (maybe "About the role"), Key Responsibilities (Responsibilities), Qualifications (Qualifications), Professional Skills (Skills), Why Join KONE? (maybe Benefits? Actually why join includes culture, but we have Benefits section separate). There's a Benefits list later. There's Pay (Annual Base Pay Range). There's Schedule? Not mentioned. So we should not include Schedule if not present. Also we should not repeat job title as heading. We need to preserve all substantive info, remove boilerplate like EEO, scam warning, duplicated lines, navigation, cookie, legal. Also remove "About KONE" maybe duplicate of earlier? Actually there is "About KONE" after Why Join KONE? It repeats culture etc. We need to keep substantive info but avoid duplication. We'll need to decide what to keep.
We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences.
Let's extract content:
Location: Costa Mesa, CA or San Leandro, CA (maybe include in a short p). Not a heading.
Position Overview paragraph: "KONE is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Customer Solutions Estimator to support our growing project business throughout the Pacific District. This role is ideal for a construction, engineering, or elevator industry professional who excels at interpreting complex project requirements, developing competitive solutions, and partnering with sales teams to win business. As a trusted technical and commercial advisor, you will play a critical role in the pursuit of new projects, providing accurate cost estimates, technical recommendations, risk assessments, and customer-focused solutions. You will collaborate with sales, engineering, operations, sourcing, and external stakeholders to develop comprehensive tender packages that position KONE for success. The successful candidate is analytical, proactive, customer-focused, and capable of managing multiple opportunities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail."
Key Responsibilities: bullet list under subheadings: Estimating & Proposal Development, Sales & Customer Support, Major Project Support, Process Improvement & Market Development. Each has bullet points.
Qualifications: Required Experience (list), Preferred Experience (list), Professional Skills (list), Education (list). Could combine into Requirements and Qualifications sections? The instruction says use headings like Requirements, Qualifications, Skills. We can have:
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for section headings like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. However we should only include sections that have real specific content. The posting includes Position Overview (maybe "About the role"), Key Responsibilities (Responsibilities), Qualifications (Qualifications), Professional Skills (Skills), Why Join KONE? (maybe Benefits? Actually why join includes culture, but we have Benefits section separate). There's a Benefits list later. There's Pay (Annual Base Pay Range). There's Schedule? Not mentioned. So we should not include Schedule if not present. Also we should not repeat job title as heading. We need to preserve all substantive info, remove boilerplate like EEO, scam warning, duplicated lines, navigation, cookie, legal. Also remove "About KONE" maybe duplicate of earlier? Actually there is "About KONE" after Why Join KONE? It repeats culture etc. We need to keep substantive info but avoid duplication. We'll need to decide what to keep.
We need to output only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences.
Let's extract content:
Location: Costa Mesa, CA or San Leandro, CA (maybe include in a short p). Not a heading.
Position Overview paragraph: "KONE is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Customer Solutions Estimator to support our growing project business throughout the Pacific District. This role is ideal for a construction, engineering, or elevator industry professional who excels at interpreting complex project requirements, developing competitive solutions, and partnering with sales teams to win business. As a trusted technical and commercial advisor, you will play a critical role in the pursuit of new projects, providing accurate cost estimates, technical recommendations, risk assessments, and customer-focused solutions. You will collaborate with sales, engineering, operations, sourcing, and external stakeholders to develop comprehensive tender packages that position KONE for success. The successful candidate is analytical, proactive, customer-focused, and capable of managing multiple opportunities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail."
Key Responsibilities: bullet list under subheadings: Estimating & Proposal Development, Sales & Customer Support, Major Project Support, Process Improvement & Market Development. Each has bullet points.
Qualifications: Required Experience (list), Preferred Experience (list), Professional Skills (list), Education (list). Could combine into Requirements and Qualifications sections? The instruction says use headings like Requirements, Qualifications, Skills. We can have:
- Responsibilities
with - ... maybe grouping subpoints? Could keep subheadings as inside li? But we should not create extra headings unless needed. Probably we can keep responsibilities as a list of items, each bullet could be a sentence. Could also keep subheadings as inside li.
Qualifications: Could have
Qualifications
with sublists for Required Experience, Preferred Experience, Professional Skills, Education.
Skills: maybe separate Skills
for Professional Skills.
Benefits: list of benefits.
Pay: Annual Base Pay Range for each location.
We should not include Schedule.
We must not include placeholder text like "commensurate with experience". Not present.
We need to remove duplicated lines: The "About KONE" appears twice; we can keep one concise version.
Let's craft HTML:
Location: Costa Mesa, CA or San Leandro, CA
About the role
[Position Overview paragraph]
Responsibilities
- Estimating & Proposal Development: Analyze architectural drawings, specifications, and project requirements to develop accurate and competitive project estimates. Prepare complete tender packages, including pricing, scope clarification, technical documentation, and value-engineering alternatives. Evaluate project risks, opportunities, and constructability considerations to support sound business decisions. Coordinate with engineering, sourcing, vendors, and operations teams to ensure estimates reflect current costs, schedules, and project requirements.
- Sales & Customer Support: Partner closely with Sales Consultants to develop winning strategies for new construction opportunities. Provide technical expertise during customer presentations, consultant meetings, and project development discussions. Recommend innovative solutions that align customer needs with KONE's product portfolio and long-term value proposition. Support specification development and influence project requirements where appropriate.
- Major Project Support: Contribute to strategic pursuits during both acquisition and execution phases of projects. Participate in project reviews, forecasting activities, and bid strategy discussions. Assist with transition planning from sales to operations to ensure project expectations are clearly communicated and successfully executed.
- Process Improvement & Market Development: Support continuous improvement initiatives related to estimating accuracy, productivity, and best practices. Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and emerging project opportunities. Share lessons learned and technical expertise across the district and broader organization.
Qualifications
- Required Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in estimating, project development, construction, engineering, elevator systems, or a related technical field. Experience reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents. Proven ability to develop accurate estimates while managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Preferred Experience: Elevator industry experience strongly preferred. Knowledge of construction means and methods, project execution, and tendering processes. Familiarity with estimating software, CRM systems, and forecasting tools. Experience supporting major construction projects from pursuit through execution.
- Professional Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to build credibility and influence stakeholders across multiple functions. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement. Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience will be considered.
Skills
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Qualifications
with sublists for Required Experience, Preferred Experience, Professional Skills, Education. Skills: maybe separateSkills
for Professional Skills. Benefits: list of benefits. Pay: Annual Base Pay Range for each location. We should not include Schedule. We must not include placeholder text like "commensurate with experience". Not present. We need to remove duplicated lines: The "About KONE" appears twice; we can keep one concise version. Let's craft HTML:Location: Costa Mesa, CA or San Leandro, CA
About the role
[Position Overview paragraph]
Responsibilities
- Estimating & Proposal Development: Analyze architectural drawings, specifications, and project requirements to develop accurate and competitive project estimates. Prepare complete tender packages, including pricing, scope clarification, technical documentation, and value-engineering alternatives. Evaluate project risks, opportunities, and constructability considerations to support sound business decisions. Coordinate with engineering, sourcing, vendors, and operations teams to ensure estimates reflect current costs, schedules, and project requirements.
- Sales & Customer Support: Partner closely with Sales Consultants to develop winning strategies for new construction opportunities. Provide technical expertise during customer presentations, consultant meetings, and project development discussions. Recommend innovative solutions that align customer needs with KONE's product portfolio and long-term value proposition. Support specification development and influence project requirements where appropriate.
- Major Project Support: Contribute to strategic pursuits during both acquisition and execution phases of projects. Participate in project reviews, forecasting activities, and bid strategy discussions. Assist with transition planning from sales to operations to ensure project expectations are clearly communicated and successfully executed.
- Process Improvement & Market Development: Support continuous improvement initiatives related to estimating accuracy, productivity, and best practices. Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and emerging project opportunities. Share lessons learned and technical expertise across the district and broader organization.
Qualifications
- Required Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in estimating, project development, construction, engineering, elevator systems, or a related technical field. Experience reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents. Proven ability to develop accurate estimates while managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Preferred Experience: Elevator industry experience strongly preferred. Knowledge of construction means and methods, project execution, and tendering processes. Familiarity with estimating software, CRM systems, and forecasting tools. Experience supporting major construction projects from pursuit through execution.
- Professional Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to build credibility and influence stakeholders across multiple functions. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement. Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience will be considered.
Skills
kone.wd3.myworkdayjobs.comCompanyKONE
LocationCosta Mesa, CA
LevelAssociate
TypeFull-time
Salary$133k–$174k/yr
Posted3 wk ago