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Arrow Tank and Engineering Co.
Estimator
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An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$70,880 / year median in Minnesota
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Arrow Tank and Engineering Co., LLC is currently looking for an Estimator to join our team! About the Company Arrow Tank and Engineering has a long history of producing high-quality pressure vessels, dating back to 1958. Arrow serves many industries that require pressure vessels, including, but not limited to, oil and gas, water treatment, fire protection, nuclear, military, aerospace, marine, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and custom fabrication requests. Product lines offered by Arrow include cargo tanks, propane storage, and propane delivery bobtails, among others. Arrow also manufactures industrial process equipment and non-pressure fabrications. Our team of over 140 members is highly trained and has decades of experience, enabling us to meet the stringent, highly technical needs and demands of the industries we proudly serve. Position Overview The Estimator plays a critical role in supporting the sales and engineering teams by developing accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates for the fabrication of custom projects. This role requires a strong understanding of fabrication processes, ability to navigate blueprint drawings, and of geometry and trigonometry. The ability to process material specifications, regulatory standards (ASME, API, etc.), and customer requirements are also necessary. The Estimator, alongside other departments, ensures that proposals are technically sound, financially viable, and aligned with company capabilities and strategic goals. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with engineering to validate design feasibility and scope. Analyze RFQs, drawings, and specifications to develop detailed cost estimates. Calculate labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead costs. Prepare budgetary and formal quotations for the sales team. Coordinate with sales and production teams to ensure alignment with client expectations and shop capacities. Liaise with outside vendors for material and subcontractor pricing and lead times Work with production to assess shop capacity, fabrication timelines, and labor availability. Occasional involvement in customer meetings to review job scope, assess concerns, clarifications, and potential for alternate offerings Ensure estimates comply with applicable codes (ASME Section