Estimator I

Position Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

Obtains, calculates, and compiles data for use in conceptual/bid proposal estimates.

• Prepares routine estimates under general supervision.
• Supports the development of bidding strategies by debriefing the salesperson of job elements.
• Leads the documentation management of the project, ensuring all documents are complete and clearly conveys decisions made to sales and operations teams.
• Attends pre-bid meetings to discuss project specifics and scope.
• Participates in bid closings and estimate reviews.
• Balances workload and assignments to meet deadlines.
• Develops a value analysis study by defining alternatives to the proposed scope that are more cost-efficient.
• Manages action items from Post Bid and finalizes ISEC scope.
• Computes cost estimates for materials, purchased equipment, subcontracted work, production activities and requirements, and labor.

Customer Service Skills

• Demonstrates commitment to deliver outstanding service – both with internal and external customers.
• Takes ownership to personally resolve customer problems (or find someone who can).
• Listens well, asks clarifying questions, and checks for agreement with customers.
• Committed to following-up with customers in all instances in a timely manner.
• Strong sense of accountability – ensures that you will do what you say that you are going to do.
• Creates a personal connection with customers – smiles, warm greetings, acts friendly and respectful.
• Positive attitude.

Education/Experience

• Preferred Qualifications (in addition to minimum qualifications): Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum Qualifications: 0 – 4 years of experience.
• Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:
• Bids are accurate and profitable.
• Basic knowledge of ISEC products, services, processes and projects.
• Understands project plans and specifications.
• Independently performs most assignments with instruction.
• Works autonomously at times.
• Sets seeks guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisor approval for changes in standards.
• Engages in company culture.
• Open to feedback and flexible to change.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Efficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills, detail-oriented.