Estimator II

VFP INC•Roanoke, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Prepares bids and written proposals based upon specifications provided directly by the customer and/or from the Business Development Managers. This position requires the ability to handle multiple tasks to meet customer-mandated time schedules. Assists in the bids and proposals process to estimate costs and prepares detailed written proposals and compliance matrices. Reads and interprets one-line wiring diagrams to determine equipment needs for estimate. Reviews project specifications and drawings, builds clarifications and exceptions, and calls out discrepancies based on experience. Determines material quantities and labor required for total job cost. This is accomplished using tables and data established within the department and obtaining quotations from suppliers and/or subcontractors. Works with Purchasing to maintain accurate material costs on the shelter bid forms. Works with Human Resources to maintain accurate labor costs on the shelter bid summary sheet. Assists the Business Development Managers with follow-up by phone on previous quotations submitted to the customer. Checks and confirms that customer specifications and purchase orders are in acknowledgement of written proposals. Performs other tasks as required by the Bids and Proposals Manager and Lead Estimator.

Requirements

Must have excellent written and organizational skills
Must have the ability to multi-task
Must have the ability to schedule workload to meet customer mandated deadlines
Must have a high degree of professionalism and the ability to hold confidential information
Knowledge of construction / electrical experience AC & DC / HVAC
2+ years of estimating experience
One year certificate or associate degree

Responsibilities

Prepares bids and written proposals based upon specifications
Assists in the bids and proposals process to estimate costs and prepares detailed written proposals and compliance matrices
Reads and interprets one-line wiring diagrams to determine equipment needs for estimate
Reviews project specifications and drawings, builds clarifications and exceptions, and calls out discrepancies based on experience
Determines material quantities and labor required for total job cost
Works with Purchasing to maintain accurate material costs on the shelter bid forms
Works with Human Resources to maintain accurate labor costs on the shelter bid summary sheet
Assists the Business Development Managers with follow-up by phone on previous quotations submitted to the customer
Checks and confirms that customer specifications and purchase orders are in acknowledgement of written proposals
Performs other tasks as required by the Bids and Proposals Manager and Lead Estimator