Estimator I

Vfp-Inc; Cave Spring (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vfp-Inc is seeking a detail-oriented estimator to prepare bids and written proposals based on customer specifications and input from Business Development Managers. The role requires estimating costs, determining material quantities, and coordinating with Purchasing and HR to ensure accurate cost data on bid forms.

The candidate will also follow up on quotations by phone and validate that customer specs and purchase orders align with written proposals.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction and/or electrical experience.
• 1 year certificate or associate degree.
• 1–5 years of estimating experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares bids and written proposals based on customer specs and designer input.
• Estimates costs and prepares detailed written proposals and compliance matrices.
• Determines material quantities and labor for total job cost.
• Collaborates with Purchasing to maintain material costs on bid forms.
• Collaborates with HR to maintain labor costs on bid summaries.
• Follow up by phone on previous quotations submitted to customers.

Skills

Estimating

Bids & Proposals

Costing

Communication

Education

Certificate or Associate degree

Job description

Prepares bids and written proposals based upon specifications provided directly by the customer and/or from the Business Development Managers. This position requires the ability to handle multiple tasks to meet customer-mandated time schedules.Assists in the bids and proposals process to estimate costs and prepares detailed written proposals and compliance matrices.Determines material quantities and labor required for total job cost. This is accomplished using tables and data established within the department and obtaining quotations from suppliers and/or subcontractors.Works with Purchasing to maintain accurate material costs on the shelter bid forms.Works with Human Resources to maintain accurate labor costs on the shelter bid summary sheet.Assists the Business Development Managers with follow-up by phone on previous quotations submitted to the customer.Checks and confirms that customer specifications and purchase orders are in acknowledgement of written proposals.Performs other tasks as required by the Bids and Proposals Manager or Lead Estimator.Must have excellent written and organizational skills.Must have the ability to multi-task.Must have a high degree of professionalism and the ability to hold confidential information.Knowledge of construction and/or electrical experience.One year certificate or associate degree1 – 5 years of estimating experience