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Estimator, Drilling and Foundations

PPC Partners Inc., Troy, WI, United States


Role, Function & Organization
The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for various projects. This role involves reviewing specifications and drawings, performing quantity take-offs, and collaborating with project teams, vendors, and management to develop detailed bids. The Estimator supports project planning, budgeting, and proposal efforts while maintaining up-to-date cost data and ensuring timely, high-quality submissions.

Estimating
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Review proposal specifications, drawings, and customer standards to determine the full scope of work and estimating requirements

Prepare disciplined estimates by calculating complete take-off of scope of work

Prepare estimate breakdowns; provide information to Project Manager

Create and update estimates using estimating/project management software

Submit bids and proposals on projects estimated after approval

Cost & Data Management

Maintain and update cost databases and estimating systems with current supplier pricing, labor rates, and unit values

Collect and analyze supplier data to ensure accurate and competitive bid preparation

Recommend and implement improvements to estimating tools and procedures to increase efficiency and accuracy

Project Coordination & Documentation

Maintain organized, up-to-date project files and drawings to support accuracy throughout the estimating process

Turn over finalized estimates and supporting documentation to managers and leadership as required

Coordinate with vendors to ensure project specifications and pricing align with project requirements

Complete additional assignments as directed to support team and organizational goals

Safety/Hazard Recognition & Elimination

Pre-plan and identify the methods to eliminate hazards daily by work task

Execute skill in observing habits and hazards of others and bring it to their attention

Uphold safety as the most important goal of the company and support the goal of achieving zero accidents

Promote and encourage open communication between field and office regarding all safety concerns, suggestions, improvements, and PPE needed

Obtain safety training as expected of all company personnel

Qualifications And Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent) required

Higher education OR equivalent experience preferred

Experience within the construction (specifically electrical construction) industry preferred

Ability to read and understand various construction documents

Experience, Skill And Abilities

Provide knowledge, skills, and availabilities needed to perform the job (i.e., language, software applications, etc.)

Positive safety attitude and personal integrity – both are non‑negotiable

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams)

Strong self‑motivation, work ethic, and drive for career growth

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact with all levels of the company and customers

Physical Requirements
Office environment, requiring sitting and standing and extended amounts of time using a computer/keyboard at a single workstation.

MP Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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