Estimator

Ducommun Incorporated; Joplin (MO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ducommun Incorporated is seeking an Estimator to acquire material pricing and labor estimates and integrate data into quotation submittals. The role involves reviewing RFQ requirements, overseeing bidding, and preparing final quotes within LOA.

You will conduct labor estimates, develop labor standards, and ensure alignment with cost accounting.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics and specifications.
• Planning, prioritization and multi-tasking in a dynamic quoting environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, e-mail) with MRPII a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review RFQ requirements and ensure all must-haves are captured in the estimate.
• Oversee bidding activity and support decision-making on material and labor estimates.
• Prepare and support final quotes and submit within LOA.
• Conduct labor estimates including time studies and labor hours for quotes.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Planning & organization

MS Office (Excel/Word)

MRPII knowledge

Communication skills

Manufacturing processes

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree preferred

Tools

MRPII

Job description

Estimator
Job Description

Job Summary:

Acquire material pricing and labor estimates from approved sources and integrate information into quotation submittal format.

• Review and confirm RFQ requirements are met.

• Oversee bidding activity and progress. Support decision making regarding material / labor estimates.

• Prepare and support final quote. Submit final quotes within LOA.

• Conduct labor estimates including time studies, preparing labor hours for quotes.

• Develop and maintain labor standards.

• Input labor into cost breakdown and ensure accuracy through continuous alignment with cost accounting.

• Interface closely with engineering as required to support bidding process. Obtain appropriate engineering approvals for quotes.

• Convert BOM to usable format and load into proposal system.

• Send out RFQ to Suppliers and engage Corporate Commodity / Supply Chain as required.

• Complete inputs to the bid from suppliers.

• Perform analysis and selection of suppliers and costs.

• Collects and rolls all data up into bid review package.

• Review specifications, drawings, verbal instructions, interpret customer material, and labor requirements

• Create and maintain material file for estimating purposes

• Review quote for accuracy and forward for further review

• Perform other assignments as required

• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.

Skills & Qualifications

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Demonstrated skill in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and specifications

• Planning and organization skills—prioritization, resource allocation, multi-tasking

• Must have intermediate Microsoft Office skills, including e-mail, Word and Excel skills (MRPII is a plus)

• Strong written and verbal skills to interact with people at various levels and functions inside and outside of Ducommun

• Understanding of manufacturing processes and capabilities

• Detail-oriented and highly accurate

. Required Experience/Education/Training/Certifications:

• High School diploma; prefer Associates degree (engineering or technical degree preferred).

• 1-2 years progressive experience performing estimating functions

  Licenses, Certifications, etc.:

• None

1505 Maiden Lane
Joplin, Missouri, 64801
United States