Estimator

Tri-State Overhead Crane; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-State Overhead Crane is seeking an Estimator to transform plans and specifications into precise cost estimates for overhead crane projects. You will collaborate with sales and engineering to ensure estimates reflect scope, materials, and production needs, driving successful proposals.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, analytical thinking, and accurate documentation to support competitive bids and project planning from the outset.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing estimating preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and cost-analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates by reviewing plans and project documentation.
• Develop detailed proposals aligned with project scope and requirements.
• Request and evaluate vendor quotes to ensure competitive pricing.
• Verify project requirements and identify discrepancies for accuracy.
• Research labor, material, and production costs to build reliable estimates.
• Maintain estimating worksheets, documentation, and cost records.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and production to clarify needs.
• Support process improvements in estimating databases and pricing standards.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Cost estimation

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Are you someone who thrives on turning complex requirements into clear, actionable plans? Come join our team as an Estimator! With Tri-State Overhead Crane, you'll play a key role in estimating overhead crane projects.

What You'll Do

As an Estimator, you'll review plans, specifications, and project requirements to develop accurate, competitive cost estimates. You'll work closely with our sales and engineering teams to ensure every proposal reflects the project scope, required materials, and production requirements. Your attention to detail and analytical skills will help set projects up for success before work begins.

• Prepare accurate estimates: Review blueprints, specifications, and project documentation to determine material quantities, labor requirements, and overall project costs.
• Develop proposals: Prepare detailed estimates and customer proposals that are accurate, complete, and aligned with project requirements.
• Request and evaluate vendor quotes: Obtain pricing for components, materials, and services, comparing options to ensure competitive and accurate costing.
• Verify project requirements: Review measurements, specifications, and scope details to identify discrepancies, clarify questions, and ensure estimate accuracy.
• Research project costs: Analyze labor, material, equipment, and production costs to develop reliable estimates.
• Maintain estimating documentation: Prepare and organize estimate worksheets, supporting documentation, reports, and cost records.
• Collaborate across teams: Work closely with sales, engineering, and production to clarify project requirements and support the estimating process.
• Support continuous improvement: Help refine estimating processes, cost databases, and pricing standards to improve accuracy and efficiency.

Skills We're Looking For

• Experience: Previous estimating experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or a related industry is preferred.
• Technical Knowledge: Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications, with a solid understanding of estimating principles.
• Analytical Skills: Strong mathematical aptitude with the ability to analyze costs, quantities, and production requirements.
• Attention to Detail: Highly organized with excellent accuracy and thoroughness.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

About Us:

At Tri-State Overhead Crane, we're passionate about delivering exceptional overhead crane systems that meet our customers' needs and exceed their expectations. We believe in the power of precision and innovation, and we're excited to find a talented Estimator/Project Manager to join our team and help us continue building on our tradition of excellence.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.