Des Moines Project Estimator – Electrical Power Systems

Flex; Des Moines (IA); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Flex is seeking a Project Estimator in Des Moines, IA to prepare accurate material, labor, and project cost estimates for relay and control panels and steel enclosure manufacturing projects while supporting business development and project execution efforts.

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you will review RFQs, drawings, and bid documents, develop cost estimates, maintain pricing databases, and collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely bids.

Qualifikationen

• Associate's or bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project estimating, quoting, or cost analysis within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience preparing estimates for electrical equipment, switchgear, relay control panels, or related power distribution systems.
• Strong ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating tools.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to interact effectively with customers and cross-functional teams.

Aufgaben

• Review customer RFQs, specifications, drawings, and bid documents to determine project scope and requirements.
• Develop detailed cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted services.
• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to clarify technical requirements and project expectations.
• Analyze electrical and mechanical drawings to identify project risks, opportunities, and resource requirements.
• Prepare and submit competitive bids and quotations within established deadlines.
• Maintain current pricing databases and coordinate with suppliers and purchasing teams to obtain accurate material costs.
• Participate in weekly bid review meetings and provide updates on open opportunities and proposal status.
• Support engineering, project management, and business development teams throughout the estimating and project planning process.
• Track estimate performance and assist with continuous improvement initiatives to enhance estimating accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Kenntnisse

Project estimation

Cost analysis

Electrical drawings interpretation

Excel

Estimating tools

Cross-functional collaboration

Ausbildung

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Jobbeschreibung

Flex is seeking a Project Estimator in Des Moines, IA to prepare accurate material, labor, and project cost estimates for relay and control panels and steel enclosure manufacturing projects while supporting business development and project execution efforts.

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, you will review RFQs, drawings, and bid documents, develop cost estimates, maintain pricing databases, and collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely bids.