Project Estimator

Aspenational; Santa Rosa, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspenational in Santa Rosa, CA is seeking a capable Estimator to handle project estimating for foodservice equipment, including equipment, labor, freight, and installation scheduling.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 3+ years estimating food equipment, proficiency in CAD/blueprints, and strong Excel/Office skills. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience plus 1 year of construction/PM experience in foodservice equipment and at least 3 years estimating food equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, architectural/CAD drawings and construction documents for estimates.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical, organizational skills; ability to problem-solve, multitask, prioritize, and work independently.
• Excellent communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Estimate projects including equipment, labor, freight, delivery dates, and installation schedules.
• Follow contract policies and guidelines for expeditious project handling.
• Prepare and review quotations and bids within margins and credit guidelines.
• Travel within assigned territory and to specific projects as needed.
• Maintain accurate files on all projects and coordinate with internal teams and external sources.
• Stay updated on new products, pricing, and industry information related to FED and foodservice.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Management

Estimating

Blueprints

CAD drawings

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

CAD/Drafting/Construction Management degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

AutoQuotes

Job description

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and 1 year of applicable Construction Management or Project Management experience in a Foodservice Equipment capacity with a minimum of 3 years of estimating food equipment.
• Ability to estimate projects and proposals independently, read blueprints, architectural and CAD drawings, design layouts and other construction documents.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office products (specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical, organizational skills and the ability to problem solve, multitask, prioritize, and work independently
• Excellent communication, and time management skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with AutoCAD/Revit, AutoQuotes, construction site experience
• 2- or 4-year college degree in CAD, Drafting, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• Previous SAP experience.

Essential Duties:

• Project estimating, including equipment, labor, freight, tracking delivery dates, order confirmations, and installation schedules.
• Follow contract policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure the expeditious handling of projects.
• Prepare and review quotations and bids within margin and credit guidelines provided by Management.
• Travel throughout assigned geographic territory and/or to specific projects as assigned by sales and senior management
• Maintain complete, accurate, and up to date files on all projects.
• Maintain daily contact with internal departments, customers, factory representatives, and other outside sources and follow up with customers, vendors, management office and support staff.
• Keep updated and informed on new products, pricing, and other general/technical information as it relates to FED and the foodservice industry
• Escalate issues beyond scope of authority to appropriate parties
• Troubleshoot internal and external issues and assist in warranty/service requests if necessary
• Prepare & distribute ASA & O&M for project as needed.
• Process and issue all paperwork pertaining to purchase orders, revisions and acknowledgements.
• Research and reconcile price discrepancies and make changes as necessary to purchase orders.
• Perform other duties as assigned

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