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Estimator - Sheet Metal

Baker Group, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States


PURPOSE Maintain and grow the “Customer for Life” concept for existing and new customers. Performs related work as required.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Thorough knowledge and understanding of sheet metal industry

Set‑up and maintain estimating software, including database maintenance and system component updates received via the Internet or from vendors for pricing and software

Develop common sheet metal systems for estimating software

Update estimating software as needed for unusual job specification requirements

Prepare all sheet metal project take‑off for inclusion into estimating book using estimating software—drawing take‑off, review of job specifications, incorporation of all requirements into take‑off, calculate and prepare all take‑off reports, and distribute estimating reports to Project Managers

Communicate with Project Managers regarding take‑off data, job requirements, and specifications

Meet project bid deadlines and schedules

Possess thorough understanding of SMACNA estimating manual

Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of local market conditions, including changes in material, equipment, and labor costs

Keep abreast of changes in industry technology and processes to determine impact on estimating methods

Assist Project Manager with change order estimates and cost analysis

Accurate daily time and equipment reporting

Minimum Education & Experience Required To Perform Essential Functions

Experience with computer estimating systems

Mental And Physical Competencies Required To Perform Essential Functions

Excellent communication skills

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Ability to read and understand job specifications, project drawings, and sketches

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

Normal office conditions

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

REVIT

Quote Express

Fabrication ESTmep

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.

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