Estimator Coordinator

Press Glass•Ridgeway, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Estimator Coordinator evaluates specifications in order to estimate yields for a broad range of client projects. This individual should be good in mathematics and proficient in using computer applications along with effective communication capabilities and strong organizational skills.

Requirements

High School Diploma required; additional education and/or experience is a plus.
Proficiency in MS Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) with the ability to quickly learn new systems.
Excellent mathematical skills.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Communicate verbally and in writing with a good command of the English language
Attention to detail with analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines.
Ability to work under time pressure.
Ready for business trips.

Nice To Haves

additional education and/or experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Reviews project documents/spec sheets and architectural and technical drawings.
Estimates material required to complete the project.
Confers with sales, scheduling and engineering teams, customers, and vendors to resolve issues, determine lead time and/or project requirements.
Calculates material costs based on analysis of project specifications raw material yield.
Prepares a complete and accurate cost estimate for the project using the PressQuotes tool and MS Excel.
Records calculations into database (PressQuotes tool).
Secures material price for projects with vendors and purchasing team.
Consults with Quality and Technical Support Engineers to determine production capabilities for the project.
Prepares customer proposal (estimate).
Negotiates and makes decisions about markups levels and consults with Estimating Manager as necessary.
Completes reports as assigned.
Performs additional assignments per the Manager’s direction.