Manufacturing & Fabrication Estimator

Andritz AG; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life and disability insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

ANDRITZ AG in Ruston, LA, is seeking a Manufacturing Estimator to develop cost estimates for fabrication and construction projects based on plans and specs. You will gather information, perform quantity takeoffs, and help manage project costs from inception to completion.

The ideal candidate has hands-on estimating experience in sheet metal or steel manufacturing, reviews drawings, coordinates with Purchasing and field operations, and supports senior management to optimize profits while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates for fabrication and construction projects from plans and specifications.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and analyze materials, labor, subcontractor costs.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and field operations to solicit bids and gather information.
• Identify bid items and provide cost estimates for each component.
• Prepare reports documenting assumptions, risks, and cost drivers.
• Maintain cost keys and price masters; update as needed.
• Support senior management to optimize profits and minimize costs.
• Collaborate with owner/client and vendors to ensure accurate scopes of work.

Skills

Math

Cost control

Project coordination

Critical thinking

Quality focus

Computers & Technology

Communication

Networking

Resource management

Initiative

Financial information

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher in related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Job family: Manufacturing

Business area: Environment & Energy

Contract location: Ruston, LA, US

Working location: Ruston

Location type: Office Location / Office-based

Contract type: Permanent

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

Do you have experience estimating industrial fabrication or construction projects and enjoy turning technical drawings and specifications into accurate, competitive estimates? ANDRITZ is seeking a Manufacturing Estimator for our Ruston, Louisiana facility. In this role, you will help drive successful and profitable projects by estimating material, labor, subcontractor, and other project costs.

You will work closely with customers, vendors, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and field operations. The ideal candidate has hands‑on estimating experience in a sheet‑metal fabrication, steel manufacturing, or similar industrial environment and is skilled at reviewing plans, completing quantity takeoffs, and identifying project cost requirements.

Brief Description

Develop cost estimates for fabrication and construction projects per plans and specifications. Project and control fabrication and construction costs by collecting and studying information. Assist with senior management to optimize profits and minimize fabrication and construction costs. Analyze information, develop budgets, develop vendor relationships, report and document, estimate and make decisions, excellent teamwork skills, and focus on quality first.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements; set priorities
• Prepare fabrication and construction estimates by reviewing and analyzing plans and specifications; identify and estimate costs for each component
• Review project documents and specifications to identify bid items and prepare quantity take‑off for estimate from plans through means of computerized take‑off or manual method
• Provide purchasing with material specifications to solicit bids from vendors; identify qualified subcontractors and provide subcontractors with written scope of work, plans, and specifications for them to provide a bid
• Evaluate offers to purchase by costing changes, additions, and sit requirements
• Identify resources required for the proposal based on the scope of the work
• Maintain cost keys and price masters by updating information
• Manage proposals by working with owner/client, material requisition coordinates with field operations, create and manage schedules, and attend project meetings
• Resolve cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information
• Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Maintain quality service by following organization standards
• Maintain continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Embod, demonstrate, and reinforce the #1ANDRITZway core values and behaviors and promote a positive work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Job Specific Competencies

• Using Math
• Controlling Costs
• Coordinating Project Activities
• Critical Thinking
• Delivering High Quality Work
• Using Computers and Technology
• Communicating Effectively
• Creating and Maintaining Networks
• Managing ResourcesMaking Accurate Judgments and Decisions
• Demonstrating Initiative
• Working with Financial Information

Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma/GED
• 2+ years of experience in estimating
• Strong mathematical ability
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office
• Good communication and organizational skills with a willingness to work with vendors and customers over the phone and face‑to‑face
• Experience with manufacturing in a sheet metal facility and/or steel manufacturing
• Ability to interact with all levels of personnel, professionally and in a positive manner
• Travel 30%; must have Real ID or U.S. Passport for air travel; must have current driver’s license with clean driving record; may drive company vehicle or personal vehicle which may be subject to rain, cold, icy roads, wind, heat, etc. while driving

Other Valued Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Preferred)

• Associate degree in business management preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on your date of hire
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance
• Opportunities for growth and development
• A stable, team‑oriented work environment with a global company

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.