Sr Estimator

SPX Technologies • Overland Park, KS

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Labor and Materials Estimator for SPX Cooling Technologies, you will provide accurate, timely labor estimates for new field-erected cooling towers and material estimates for new and reconstruction projects. You will collaborate closely with Sales, Sales Support, and Construction to produce precise cost assessments that support sales and project execution. The role calls for strong multitasking skills, attention to detail, urgency, business acumen, and knowledge of project execution, along with maintaining accurate project history records.

The position also supports innovation and continuous improvement in technical support, monitors technology and competition, and assists with global and acquisition-related technical issues within the estimator’s areas of expertise. It is based in an onsite office Monday through Friday, with a hybrid schedule available after successful completion of the probationary period.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience.
• Construction and estimating experience.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Associate’s degree in a related field.
• Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or paper copy.

Nice To Haves

• Cooling tower experience.
• SAP experience.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Negotiation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Estimate labor and material costs for new tower and reconstruction projects across all SPX field-erected product lines.
• Develop and maintain computer programs for labor cost estimation and analyze historical project data for accuracy.
• Support subcontract estimate requests for labor-related tasks, including demolition, abatement, and concrete work.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop competitive execution strategies and verify productivity rates with the Construction group.
• Respond to construction-related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Create man-loading and organizational charts for customer bids.
• Clearly communicate pricing assumptions to Sales.
• Improve estimating processes by incorporating project insights and execution variables.
• Train, guide, and share estimating process, tool, and best-practice knowledge with less-experienced estimators.
• Maintain accurate project history records and support technical issues related to global operations and acquisitions within areas of expertise.

Benefits

• Generous and flexible paid time off, including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave.
• Competitive health insurance plans.
• 401(k) match.
• Benefits starting day one.
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans.
• Educational assistance.
• Leadership development programs.
• Recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree