Estimator - Steel Enclosures for Power Systems

Crown Technical Systems; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Technical Systems in Fontana, CA, is seeking a Building Estimator to prepare material and labor cost estimates for steel enclosure manufacturing projects. The role involves reviewing proposals, blueprints, and specifications to determine scope of work, and coordinating with customers during the bid phase to clarify details and ensure accurate estimates.

You will identify labor, material, and time requirements, create and submit cost estimates, and participate in weekly bid meetings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor in engineering or construction management preferred.
• 0-3 years of experience as estimator or similar role.
• Able to read electrical and mechanical drawings and requirements.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and reviews proposals, blueprints, specifications, and other related building documents to determine scope of work.
• Communicate with customers during bid phase for clarifications and scope information to complete estimates.
• Identify labor, material, and time requirements for each project.
• Create and submit cost estimates for review.
• Attend weekly bid meetings to provide status of open estimates and updates for each project in the pipeline.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date pricing information from suppliers, vendors, and purchasing department and update estimate sheets accordingly.
• Work on multiple estimates simultaneously.
• Partner with engineering, business development, and project management teams to understand the technical pieces of the project.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Multi-project management

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Crown Technical Systems in Fontana, CA, is seeking a Building Estimator to prepare material and labor cost estimates for steel enclosure manufacturing projects. The role involves reviewing proposals, blueprints, and specifications to determine scope of work, and coordinating with customers during the bid phase to clarify details and ensure accurate estimates.

You will identify labor, material, and time requirements, create and submit cost estimates, and participate in weekly bid meetings.