Project Estimator

Electrical Power Products, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical products manufacturer in Des Moines, Iowa, is seeking a Project Estimator to join their Estimating Team. The role involves developing technical proposals and completing quotes for customers. Key responsibilities include estimating costs for materials and labor, preparing formal proposals, and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and be proficient in using Google Suite and Microsoft applications. High school diploma required, college education preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree or related experience preferred.
• Capability to read engineering drawings and specifications required.
• Proficient in Google Suite and must possess necessary computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop quotes for existing and new products.
• Estimate costs for materials, labor, and equipment.
• Prepare formal proposals and manage multiple projects.

Skills

Exceptional written communication skills

Exceptional verbal communication skills

Proficient in Google Suite

Ability to read engineering drawings

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree or related experience

Job description

Description

Reports To

The Project Estimator will report to the Estimating Manager.

Job Summary

The Project Estimator will work with the Estimating Team to develop technical proposals and complete the quoting of new and existing parts for an assortment of customers in the electrical field.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop quotes for existing and new products.
• Estimate cost for material, labor, equipment, and tooling.
• Obtain quotes for the manufacturing material.
• Prepare cost data for quotes.
• Serve as the initial reviewer for all sales-related contracts with both short term and long-term agreements.
• Prepare formal proposals.
• Directly communicate with customers in the form of quotations.
• Manage several projects at one time while adhering to proposal due dates.
• Define and document requirements; address technical concerns.
• Interpret and work from engineering data to include drawings, specifications, and models.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College degree or related experience preferred.
• Capability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to navigate through website portals for customers.
• Proficient in Google Suite with necessary computer skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and the ability to work on pdf.

Physical Requirements

• Typically sits, grasps items, and performs keyboarding for the regular operation of a computer.
• Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about regularly.
• Lift, move, or otherwise transfer items up to 30 lbs. occasionally.
• Possible exposure to typical manufacturing production physical hazards.