Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the estimating departments at Metro & ViewPoint
• Review estimates and bid proposals for the estimators/sales in a timely manner while keeping profitability   and ability to fabricate/install top of mind
• Review design packages and discuss manufacturing and install details with Sales staff
• Interface with shop staff for input on materials to be used for new designs and labor estimates for quotes
• Solicit and review pricing from qualified vendors and subcontractors
• Review and discuss pricing specifications with designers to ensure estimate is consistent with the shop drawing
• C ommunicate to Sales team any changes to original fabrication specifications
• Meet with suppliers, concerning new technologies and materials available
• Attend meetings with Sales and Design, offering alternative options for the manufacture of signs. Provide value-engineering options as necessary
• Regularly look for cost-saving alternatives related to materials, supplies or outsourced labor

QUALIFICATIONS

• Sign estimating experience required, awning estimating is a plus
• Excellent organizational skills for a fast-paced environment, able to handle numerous estimates/bids at one time
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Strong mathematic and engineering aptitude
• Understand building codes and structural, electrical and mechanical design concepts
• Attention to detail
• High level of computer skills and working knowledge of industry standard software programs
• Time management skills with a high sense of urgency
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands
• Solid knowledge of Excel

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