Structural Estimator - Modular Buildings

About the role

As a Structural Estimator at nVent Management Company, you will analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare material cost and labor estimates for modular building projects and site services.

• Examine data to assess material and labor demands and draft quote sheets.
• Compute cost factors and prepare estimates for planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
• Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard labor and material rates.
• Consult with sales, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Handle the estimating database and refresh material and labor costs to guarantee precision.
• Analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and identify discrepancies.
• Provide improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures.
• Identify cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in estimating, cost analysis, or project management preferred.
• Skills in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and technical expertise.
• Abilities to meet the physical and environmental demands: primarily office-based.

About the company

nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install, and service high-performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings, and critical processes. Our robust portfolio includes globally recognized brands such as nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF, and TRACHTE.

Our principal office is in London, with the U.S. management office in Minneapolis. We have a dynamic global reach with diverse operations that provide plentiful career opportunities and allow you to make an impact every day.

Core values

We are known for being:

• Innovative & adaptable
• Dedicated to absolute integrity
• Focused on the customer first
• Respectful and team oriented
• Optimistic and energizing
• Accountable for performance

Benefits

At nVent, we provide a broad benefits package for eligible full-time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance, and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan, both with a company match.
• Tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, and paid time off including volunteer time.
• A well-being program and optional legal & identity theft protection.

We encourage and support philanthropic activities through our nVent in Action matching program, providing funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where employees volunteer or donate.