Estimator - Architectural Millwork - Experience Required - Remote/Hybrid

• Annual salary depends on experience + bonuses. This position gets landing bonuses for winning contracts and a closing bonus if the project meets the profitable bid margin.

• Location:

  This is a remote position, however, the associate will be required to visit clients at their offices in a sales effort, once a week.
• Millwork Estimating Experience

REQUIRED

Summary This position is accountable for development and accuracy of all estimates and quotes that facilitate the procurement of W. B. Powell contract agreements and management of customer interface required in the completion of the quotation. This position is accountable to produce results by: Reading and evaluating architectural, interior design drawings, specifications, narratives. Defining, take-off measuring, & articulating accurately varied Architectural Woodworking & related scopes. Using Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam PDF, & Take-Off computer programs. Experience in CrowsNest ERP preferred. Communicating with and understanding customer requests and project requirements. Understanding and adhering to bid deadline requests and the effort necessary to meet those requirements. Servicing & interacting with customer and employer personnel. Essential Duties + Responsibilities Provides for a high degree of customer responsiveness and satisfaction. This position will interact with customers on a routine and significant basis. SALES! This position requires sales follow-ups and sales acumen to close the projects you bid. Receive, review, and interpret request for quote (RFQ's) from Business Development Manager, Project Manager, or General Manager. Generates timely and accurate project estimates and quotes by utilizing company margin guidelines, current pricing tools and methodology, quoting system, custom calculations, product functionality, drawings and all other pertinent documentation. This will include the generation of accurate estimates. Provides recommendations on the best application of all W. B. Powell product during both the quote and order phase to maximize customer satisfaction and company profitability. Interacts with customers to clarify product requirements on RFQ's as needed. Utilizes prepared pricing information for established products and their various configurations. Develops costing information and pricing recommendations for custom products. Develop material takeoffs; prepare highlighted drawings clearly depicting the scope of the project quotation package. Defines and prepares request for quote (RFQ's) from vendors of products utilized in the development of the quotation package. Interact and provide project requirements, estimate details to manufacturing and project management. Develops completed quote packages that contain pricing, layouts and design boards (when needed). Ensures all quotations are logged into the appropriate system for measurement and management. Coordinates development of the quote estimate with all functional departments as required. Manages the communication of the quotation package to the customer with timely follow up. Other duties/projects as assigned. Competencies Five (5) years minimum continuous & cumulative experience; with custom, high-end, commercial woodworking companies with specific duties in Estimating, Manufacturing, Project Management, and / or Field Installation.

Education preferred:

Formal education (i.e. 2 year degree, trade school, apprenticeship, etc.) beyond high school with an emphasis in architectural design, estimating, and / or wood related manufacturing. Above average & demonstrable ability, knowledge, and experience with PC Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam PDF, Crowsnest, Innergy and / or On-Screen Take-off (OST) used for quantifying material & defining scope. In-depth understanding of custom, high-end Architectural Woodworking industry, i.e., fixtures, wall & ceiling treatments, casework, running trim as well as the integration of other materials including stone, metal, upholstery, resin panels, acrylics, glass, and custom finishes, including the design, detail engineering, & installation considerations required for a complete turn-key delivered product. Professional demeanor who stays well-composed while under pressure maintaining positive attitude at all times in a demanding, fast-paced environment managing multiple projects at one time. Must have well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to "read" the personality of the customer and be alert and inquisitive to identify customer needs. Professional demeanor who stays well-composed while under pressure maintaining positive attitude at all times in a demanding, fast-paced environment managing multiple projects at one time. Excellent written and verbal communication and analysis skills required accompanied with a persona of a high character teammate. Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment with all levels of employees. Must maintain safe maintenance practices and adhere to safety requirements. Demonstrable experience with PCs; must be proficient with Microsoft Office products including Word Excel, Crowsnest and Bluebeam PDF software. Travel to visit clients, attend scope review meetings and/or job walks will be required at minimum, once a week

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Norco, CA 92860