Estimator
job description
Position is part of the sales team for a high-end “monumental” Architectural Woodworking company with Global reach. Full responsibility and management of documentation download, detailed drawing and specification review, creating questions for clarification, writing qualifications, as well as full pricing of all labor and materials. Takeoffs are done using Merritt’s proprietary excel based takeoff format. Knowledge of woodworking materials, manufacturing techniques and installation costs required. Training on Merritt standards and system will be provided. This position can either be worked from our Mentor, Ohio location or remote.
Duties & responsibilities
- Review all proposal request documents and prepare estimating schedules and process
- Prepare accurate scope take-offs and costing using accepted industry standards in conjunction with company
- Software formats, company manufacturing methods and standards, previous project histories, and installation factors
- Prepare and execute all proposals using company standard forms and collateral
- Track and update status of all proposals
- Provide leadership to project setup tasks after award to be in alignment with Merritt standards
- Assist project management teams with development of project work order scopes and values, this will be a joint task
- Identify change order requests and costing in conjunction with project management teams
- Review and analyze completed project data for use in developing accurate material, manufacturing, and install factors
- Travel with sales team members, as required, to survey sites or aid in presentation/close of a given project
- Assist sales team with negotiations on contract scope
- Track individual estimating activity based on requirements
Requirements & Qualifications
- High-end retail and/or construction experience with knowledge of high-end residential
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, and On-Center Takeoff software
- Self-starter with hands-on approach
ESTIMATOR
Job Type: Full time
Contract: Permanent
Location: Ohio
Apply for this position
Send resume and cover letter to:
careers@merrittwoodwork.com