Senior Estimator: Industrial Projects & Quotes

Cortrol Process Systems, Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans (HDHP/HSA or PPO)

Dental and Vision

Telehealth & Concierge

Life Insurance & AD&D

Long Term Disability

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Cortrol Process Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator to support the sales team by delivering accurate, timely project estimates. This role bridges engineering, sales, and operations to ensure competitive quotes while maintaining high service levels for customers.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in a related field and 3–5+ years of estimating experience, with strong analytical skills and experience reading blueprints. Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (or equivalent) in Construction Management, Estimating, or related field.
• 3–5+ years of estimating or related experience (industrial, construction, or technical environment preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience reading blueprints and technical documentation (AutoCAD experience a plus).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems (Prelude and ACT! a plus, not required).
• Comfort working with mathematical concepts such as ratios, percentages, and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and related documentation to develop accurate time, cost, material, and labor estimates.
• Utilize ERP systems to create and maintain bills of materials, locate parts, and track quote activity.
• Partner closely with sales and customers to clarify scope and gather missing project details.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to obtain pricing, lead times, and component information.
• Generate customer quotes using internal tools and calculators, with a target turnaround of 24 hours.
• Leverage historical data and cost records to improve estimate accuracy.
• Participate in design and pre-production reviews as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve estimating processes, tools, and data accuracy.
• Ensure quality and accuracy in all work while continuously looking for improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Construction Management, Estimating, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Prelude ERP

ACT!

Job description

Cortrol Process Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Estimator to support the sales team by delivering accurate, timely project estimates. This role bridges engineering, sales, and operations to ensure competitive quotes while maintaining high service levels for customers.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in a related field and 3–5+ years of estimating experience, with strong analytical skills and experience reading blueprints. Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems is a plus.