Project Estimator

Storage Solutions Inc.; Westfield (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary and Bonus Structure

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

401K with Company Match

Company HSA Contribution

Professional Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Storage Solutions Inc. is seeking a Project Estimator to join their Warehouse Equipment Implementation team. This role involves generating proposals based on customer needs, collaborating closely with Project Managers and Account Managers throughout the sales cycle.

Your responsibilities will include evaluating customer requirements, creating project counts for proposals, and managing relationships with vendors for pricing and project timelines. Strong attention to detail and proficiency in software tools are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Highly detail-oriented, ability to manage critical deadlines.
• Experience in working both independently and in a collaborative environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Account Managers to evaluate customer needs.
• Own proposal generation from start to finish.
• Create project counts and material BOM.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Communication skills

Technical aptitude

Software proficiency (Excel, Word, AutoCAD)

Education

BA/BS or equivalent experience

1-2 years of experience as an Estimator or in project management

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

AutoCAD

Smartsheet

Job description

Job Title: Project Estimator

Department: Warehouse Equipment Implementation

Location: Westfield, IN, Kansas City, MO, Remote

Employment Type: Full-Time

This position will be an integral part of the Warehouse Equipment Implementation team, generating proposals based upon customer needs. This position will work closely with Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and Account Managers during the solutions development phase of the sales cycle.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with Account Managers to evaluate customer needs, design and present the best solution to the customer
• Own proposal generation from start to finish, leveraging information provided by Account Managers to scope projects and supply a formal proposal for customer review
• Reviewing customer-supplied scopes and/or formal Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
• Creating project counts/takeoffs to build material BOM and labor scopes
• Work with third-party vendors and subcontractor partners to solicit price, lead time, and project timeline estimates for the proposal
• Work with third-party PE partners for preliminary engineering designs to support customer needs for specific locations and scopes
• Facilitate Proposal-to-Project handoff meetings with Project Managers, reviewing proposal scope, customer deliverables, budget, and risks
• Collaborate with internal drafting and design team to create (and update, as needed) design drawings to support proposals
• Support project management team with Sales Order Form generation and submission to Project Coordinator team for material-only orders
• Support Implementation team by maintaining internal reporting and budgeting tools:
  • Vendor lead time updates and Vendor Portal information
  • Vendor quick-ship inventories and updates
  • Internal estimator tool updates
  • Internal budget pricing tool updates
  • Maintain Vendor-specific documents and folders
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
• Adhere to company proposal processes, including using the latest tools and formatting standards
• Participate in internal projects as required

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Highly detail-oriented, ability to manage critical deadlines
• Ability to multitask effectively & prioritize & execute tasks
• Experience in working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential
• Ability to work through solution design and vendor pricing with internal and external partners
• Technically competent and proficient with various software programs: Excel, Word, Outlook, AutoCAD, Smartsheet
• Strong written and oral communication skills: In-person meetings, email, phone calls
• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
• Strong technical aptitude – highly knowledgeable of industry systems including complex integrated systems and components
• BA/BS or equivalent experience
• 1-2 years of experience as an Estimator, or comparable experience in a project management or sales support role

PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES

• Fast-Paced Multi-Tasker
• Attention to Details
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to follow through with tasks given by colleagues and meet deadlines

WORK CONDITIONS

• Office-oriented position
• 8:30-5:00 M-F standard work schedule
• Overtime work will be required periodically

Additional Benefits

• Competitive Salary and Bonus Structure
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vison Benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• Company HSA Contribution
• Professional Growth Opportunities