Project Estimator

Rapat Corporation•Hawley, MN

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Rapat Corporation is a family owned and operated business that designs and creates custom conveyor systems to meet the unique needs of industrial and agricultural companies. We optimize material-handling processes to help make every workday smoother, easier, and more efficient for clients. Now, we're hiring a full-time Project Estimator to create accurate quotes and competitive bid packages for prospective clients in Hawley, MN.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor's degree in a subject like project management, construction management, or drafting & design
2+ years of relevant experience
Strong understanding of mechanical components, structural steel, manufacturing processes, and industrial construction techniques
Ability to accurately follow schematics, blueprints, and verbal instructions
Professional communication skills and interpersonal abilities
Multi-tasking, prioritization, and time management skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.), Epicor Kinetic (or similar ERP), and CAD, AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, or similar design software

Nice To Haves

Experienced in project management, industrial construction, mechanical conveying, material handling, technical writing, and/or millwright work
Exposure to low- and medium-voltage electrical systems and motors

Responsibilities

Collaborating with various teams and vendors to acquire information for prospective conveyor design projects and develop competitive bids
Analyzing customer specifications, blueprints, and schematics to identify labor and material needs, estimate timelines, and create preliminary layouts and system drawings
Preparing cost estimates and presenting proposals
Coordinating projects, tracking bids, and maintaining engineering/sales documentation within the ERP
Ensuring all aspects of the job are up to quality and safety expectations and promptly reporting unsafe conditions
Providing price quotes, setting credit terms, and preparing sales contracts