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Tarsco Bolted Tank is leading the industry in engineering, manufacturing and construction of liquid and dry bolted storage tank systems. We design and manufacture to national and international standards and have extensive experience in all environments and climates worldwide. Our expertise and available resources allow us to execute a wide range of projects in both size and complexity, tackling the unique challenges our customers face. Tarsco Bolted Tank is seeking to add a dynamic Estimating Supervisor to our team! This position is officed at 5897 State Highway 59 in Goodman, MO. The primary office hours are 10 hour shifts Monday-Thursday with daily overtime and additional says as required to support the business needs. The Estimating & Proposals Supervisor is responsible for leading the development of accurate, competitive, and timely project estimates and customer proposals. This position oversees the daily activities of the Estimating and Proposal Coordination functions, ensuring efficient management of RFQs, proposal development, estimating resources, bid reviews, and customer deliverables. The position serves as a key liaison between Sales, Engineering, Project Management, Operations, Supply Chain, and Executive Leadership to ensure proposals are aligned with customer requirements, company capabilities, strategic objectives, and profitability goals. The Estimating & Proposals Supervisor is responsible for departmental performance, process improvement, employee development, estimating standards, proposal quality, and continuous enhancement of TBT's preconstruction and bid management processes. Department Leadership

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the Estimating and Proposal Coordination functions, including workload planning, prioritization, resource allocation, and performance management.
• Supervise, coach, and develop Estimators and Proposal Coordinators through structured training, mentoring, performance evaluations, and career development planning.
• Monitor department workload and the proposal pipeline to ensure customer deadlines and internal priorities are achieved.
• Establish departmental objectives, key performance indicators, and continuous improvement initiatives. Proposal & RFQ Management
• Oversee the proposal development process from RFQ receipt through final submission.
• Ensure proposal compliance with customer requirements, specifications, commercial terms, and submission requirements.
• Coordinate review of RFQs and facilitate bid/no-bid discussions when necessary.
• Work closely with Proposal Coordinators to ensure RFQs are properly logged, tracked, distributed, and managed throughout the proposal lifecycle.
• Ensure proposal documentation, templates, supporting materials, and submission records are maintained and standardized. Estimating Leadership
• Provide technical guidance and support for complex project estimates.
• Review estimates for completeness, accuracy, consistency, and alignment with company standards.
• Support the development and maintenance of labor calculations, cost models, production assumptions, vendor pricing databases, and estimating tools.
• Prepare estimates and proposals for complex, strategic, or high-risk opportunities as workload requires.
• Maintain estimating standards, procedures, and best practices throughout the department. Cross-Functional Coordination
• Serve as the primary liaison between Estimating, Sales, Engineering, Operations, Purchasing, Safety, Quality, Project Management, and Executive Leadership during proposal development.
• Facilitate bid review meetings and proposal strategy discussions.
• Coordinate required inputs from internal stakeholders to ensure accurate scope definition and risk identification.
• Support the smooth transition of awarded projects from estimating to project management and operations. Process Improvement & Technology
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve estimating efficiency, proposal quality, data accuracy, and workflow effectiveness.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, proposal templates, and departmental documentation.
• Assist in the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of estimating, CRM, ERP, and proposal management systems.
• Develop standardized reporting and metrics to support leadership decision-making. Business Performance
• Monitor departmental performance indicators, including proposal turnaround time, on-time proposal delivery, estimate review compliance, proposal backlog, estimate accuracy, and win/loss trends.
• Provide management with reporting and analysis regarding proposal activity, workload, resource needs, and department performance.

Other duties assigned as needed to support the business. Our core values are the cornerstone on which we build our business, a belief that doesn't change. They are the driving force behind our mission. These core values define our company's culture and provide guidance for all of our daily business decisions. The values that we believe make our company great are: Safety is always our highest priority. Employees are our greatest strength. Committed to customer satisfaction. Act with integrity. Strive for excellence. Deliver positive results. Perform with a sense of urgency. Be socially and environmentally responsible. Lead by example. Train for improvement. Innovate for better solutions. Never give up.

• Strong sales leadership qualities to include giving clear direction, thinking proactively, having a high sense of urgency, accountability and achieving goals
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels within an organization, in person and virtually
• Self-motivated, detail orientated and quality focused
• Strong presentation skills and demonstrated history of small and large group engagements
• Experience with trade shows
• Established relationships with bolted tank industry
• Problem solving with minimal oversight
• Ability to interpret technical information and industry trends
• Proficiency in preparing and analyzing sales reports and proposals
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Assertive personality in a highly competitive industry
• Ability to perform business and technical math calculations accurately
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings required
• Experience with enterprise resource planning systems (ERP)
• Proficient skills in Microsoft products-emphasis on strong Excel skills
• Ability to prepare computerized reports
• Sales Planning, Building Relationships, Coaching, Managing Processes, Market Knowledge,
• Innovative sales mentality and strategist
• CRM experience
• Experience analyzing dry storage silo systems with ancillary equipment
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate or Bachelor degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management or related field preferred
• 5+ years of estimating, proposal development, project coordination or related industry experience
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Experience in tanks, structural steel, coatings, industrial construction, manufacturing, fabrication or related industry experience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, contracts and customer requirements
• Effective leadership, mentoring and team development skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project coordination abilities
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously
• Experience with ERP systems, CRM platforms, proposal management tools and Microsoft 365 applications preferred
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance customer requirements, operational capabilities and profitability objectives
• Constant internal contact with management and employees at all levels of the organization
• Frequent external contact with sub-contractors and other vendors
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record required
• Must maintain state minimum requirements for vehicle insurance
• Real ID and passport for travel is a plus
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and work in a office environment which includes sitting up to 10 hours per day and utilizing stairs
• Maintain efficient internet service to ensure no downtime or lag in virtual communication needs
• Ability to work overtime as need to support business needs
• This position is an office based position located at 5897 State Highway 59 in Goodman, MO.

Travel up to 15% to Tarsco Bolted Tank job sites, other business offices, etc. maybe required as needed to support business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and if hired, will work in an environment that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.

Pay:

$70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person