Estimator Coordinator - Materials & Cost Proposals

Press Glass Inc; Ridgeway (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Press Glass, Inc. is seeking an Estimator Coordinator to evaluate specifications and estimate yields for client projects. You will work with sales, scheduling, engineering, and customers to resolve requirements and prepare accurate cost estimates using PressQuotes and Excel.

Ideal candidates have strong math skills, proficiency in MS Office, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage priorities under time pressure. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; additional education/experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required.
• Excellent mathematical skills are essential.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Good command of English; clear written and verbal expression.
• Attention to detail with analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage shifting priorities.
• Willingness to travel for business as needed.

Responsibilities

• Reviews project documents/spec sheets and drawings.
• Estimates material required to complete the project.
• Confers with sales, scheduling, engineering, customers, and vendors.
• Calculates material costs based on project specs and yields.
• Prepares complete cost estimates using PressQuotes and Excel.
• Records calculations into the PressQuotes database.
• Secures material prices with vendors and purchasing.
• Consults with Quality/Technical Support to determine production capabilities.
• Prepares customer proposals (estimates).
• Negotiates markups and consults Estimating Manager as needed.
• Completes reports and performs additional duties as directed.

Skills

MS Office

Mathematics

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

English proficiency

Travel willingness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PressQuotes tool

Job description

Press Glass, Inc. is seeking an Estimator Coordinator to evaluate specifications and estimate yields for client projects. You will work with sales, scheduling, engineering, and customers to resolve requirements and prepare accurate cost estimates using PressQuotes and Excel.

Ideal candidates have strong math skills, proficiency in MS Office, excellent written and verbal communication, and the ability to manage priorities under time pressure. Some travel may be required.