Regional Print Estimator

ARC Document Solutions; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Riot Creative Imaging in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Regional Estimator with a background in large format digital printing. The estimator will manage client and vendor communications, bids, outsourced purchases and installations, collaborating with production and sales teams to deliver accurate, timely estimates.

You will evaluate bids, determine cost‑effective production routes, and maintain pricing awareness.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an estimator in large format digital printing.
• Solid knowledge of large format printing, finishing processes and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, elevations, specs.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must use and read a standard tape measure.
• Exceptional math skills and creative problem solving.
• GED required.

Responsibilities

• Estimate internal costs of materials based on job specifications.
• Evaluate bid invites/RFPs and read blueprints, elevations, specs.
• Determine production centers and routing to produce the job.
• Installation research and scheduling.
• Perform site surveys as needed.
• Calculate costs for product and vendor resourcing.
• Maintain awareness of material price changes and competitive pricing.
• Communicate with internal sales team and project managers.
• Source new vendors and strengthen supplier relationships.
• Proof all estimates for accuracy before customer approval.
• Collaborate with customers and sales team consultatively.
• Work with other Riot locations on projects.
• Continued education in materials, fixtures, displays, and graphic applications.

Skills

Estimator experience

Math skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

GED

Tools

Outlook

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Job description

Riot Creative Imaging is seeking a Regional Estimator. If you have a background in large format digital printing, then this might be a job for you. As an estimator, you will be the point person responsible for client and vendor communications, meetings, equipment rentals and overseeing outsourced purchases and installations. In this position you will determine the most economical method from manufacturing to installation and final delivery. This position will allow you to work side by side with the production team. You will also work directly with sales and estimating in this role. With a great work/life balance our employee’s need to effectively ensure that all clients and all team members are receiving the best service possible.

Job Summary:

The Estimator will provide estimates based on materials, outsourced costs, client specifications, timelines, installation and other related documents and delivered within 24-48 hours to the relevant parties. Responsible for accurately calculating the total costs associated with the development of a new product. The Estimator is responsible for providing estimates to clients, sales reps, production departments and sister companies requiring pricing. The Estimator will also review bids offered by subcontractors or outsourced vendors in order to choose the most cost-effective options, while maintaining the highest profitability for the company. The Estimator will foster a spirit of cooperation within all departments and between colleagues to ensure all estimates are delivered on time and to requested specifications. As the representative of this position, you will report to the local manager.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Estimate internal costs of materials based on job specifications
• Evaluating bid invites/RFPs with an ability to read and work blueprints, elevation plans, specs, or abstract designs
• Determine the production centers and routing needed to produce the job as specified
• Installation research and scheduling
• Perform site surveys as needed
• Calculate costs associated with product and vendor resourcing
• Use internal or external sources to help establish best materials and processes for RFQ’s
• Maintain awareness and knowledge of material price changes and competitive pricing
• Utilize bidding software to build estimates and submit to customers and sales
• Constant communication with internal sales team and project managers
• Source new vendors and continue strengthening existing relationships with suppliers
• Proof all estimates for accuracy and value prior to sending off for customer approval
• Establish a consultative approach when working with customers and sales team
• Work with other Riot locations on special projects and opportunities
• Continued education in materials, fixtures, displays and graphic applications

What we require:

• Minimum (2) years’ experience as an estimator in large format digital printing
• Solid working knowledge of large format printing, finishing processes and materials
• Knowledgeable in the movement of materials through the manufacturing process
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently
• Strong background in Outlook, Microsoft and Adobe Suite software
• Must be able to use and read a standard tape measure
• Exceptional math skills & creative problem solving
• Report to work as scheduled to support business operations
• Occasional late nights/or weekend work and local travel
• GED Required

ARC offers comprehensive benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefits, a 401-K Plan that includes company matching, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan giving employees 15% to buy our stock. We also offer PTO and paid holidays. We have a culture of caring for our employees.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [e-mail] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.

To all recruitment agencies:

ARC does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our Careers alias or other ARC employees. ARC is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of ARC Document Solutions and RIOT Creative Imaging not to discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.