Summary
The Project Estimator prepares estimates for material, labor, services, and outsourced functions of a project. Reading of contract bids, drawings, and technical specifications, compiling data for a total estimated cost of a specific opportunity. Working with a variety of internal and external customers, the estimator will create a detailed bid list of all parts required in each project. Strong understanding of plate and structural fabrication, welding and finishing is required.
Primary Responsibility
· Review project instructions, drawings, and specifications to identify, modify and plan requirements for fabrication, machining, and assembly.
· Consult with internal departments.
· Preform detailed take offs of customer supplier GA’s
· Discuss changes in design, method of manufacture and assembly.
· Evaluate drawing designs by measuring drawing dimensions and comparing them with specifications, using engineering skills.
· Coordinate with customers, ensuring clear expectations of project scope to bid on and required delivery timelines
· Produce master estimate file for review
· Determine the processes to produce parts
· Communicating with external suppliers, gathering pricing and lead time information
· Develop and produce additional supporting documentation as required.
Qualifications
· Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or relevant trades certificate
· Minimum of 10 years of technical experience in a steel manufacturing environment
· Strong organization skills with ability to manage competing priorities
· Understanding of lean manufacturing principles
· Strong database knowledge desirable, Working knowledge of ERP systems
· Excellent English communication skills – verbal and written
· Work in a dynamic, fast-paced, custom product environment
· Computer Software:
3D CAD - Proficient in Catia, SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor
2D CAD - Proficient in AutoCAD or equivalent
MS Office - Proficient in MS Excel
· Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology
Core Competencies