Estimator

Apogee Enterprises Inc; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

Incentive Plans

401(k) with employer contribution and match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Wellness Program

Job summary

Apogee Enterprises Inc in Wausau, Wisconsin is seeking an Estimator I to assist in preparing production cost estimates based on customer specifications. This entry-level position provides training with experienced estimators to enhance skills in fenestration products and quoting tools.

The ideal candidate will have a technical degree and experience in manufacturing or construction, showcasing strong organizational skills, professionalism, and attention to detail. This role offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of estimating or closely related manufacturing or construction experience.
• Ability to identify incomplete information or risks in RFQs.
• Competent knowledge of pricing processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare regular production cost estimates based on customer supplied takeoffs.
• Supports data entry, quote formatting, and document preparation.
• Create formal quotes/bids with moderate supervision.

Skills

High level of professionalism

Strong organizational skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis skills

Sound mathematical and numeracy skills

Education

2-year technical degree or related experience

Job description

Position Summary

The Estimator I will learn fenestration products, terminology and quoting tools to prepare Regular Production cost estimates for projects based on customer supplied takeoffs as a basis for supplying pricing quotations. Assigned training work would involve quoting basic systems, standard configurations with repetitive systems or stock lengths list. The estimator would train with a senior estimator (Level II or III) to learn multiple windows and/or storefront/curtain wall product lines; with the goal of gaining an understanding of product limitations, performance requirements and basic anchoring requirements for product install, a technical knowledge of manufacturing practices, material identifiers and cost estimating procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the Estimating Team with data entry, quote formatting and quote document preparation.
• Evaluate customer request for quotation (RFQ) with ability to identify incomplete information or risks. Escalates non-standard request or information to Estimator II or Estimator III mentor.
• Depending on brand and region, the estimator could self-schedule workload based on requested due dates and their available capacity.
• Create a formal quote/bid and related documents for standard quotes with moderate supervision. Maintain, and revise, all quote cost data and records contingent on changing conditions, methods and other factors involved.
• Gain a basic understanding of aluminum extrusions, hardware, glass types, standard system depths.
• Learns to use internal pricing tools, pricing methods and pricing processes.
• Obtain quotes from outside suppliers for standard buyout materials as required.
• Learn to use available structural engineering tools to assess product requirements; while learning product limitations for structural, thermal, and associated performance requirements.
• Competent knowledge of pricing processes and in the use of pricing programs/systems; with ability to manage multiple quotes simultaneously with accuracy.
• Learn to read/interpret project specifications and architectural if required for company brand pricing processes.

Education

• 2-year technical degree or related experience preferred.

Experience

• 1-2 years of estimating or closely related manufacturing or construction experience.

Required Skills

• High level of professionalism.
• Self-motivated and able to multi-task proficiently.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Data analysis skills.
• Sound mathematical and numeracy skills.
• Critical Thinking - using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Work Environment/Travel Requirements

Mostly an office environment with occasional visits to the manufacturing floor (proper PPE must be worn on manufacturing floor). Occasional travel related to other sites / corporate. Must be able to lift and/or move 10lbs.

Our Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.