Lead Estimator

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

A cost estimator is a professional who analyzes and determines the projected expenses associated with a particular project, product, or service. Their role is to assess various factors such as materials, labor, equipment, and overhead costs to provide accurate estimations of the total expenditures involved. Cost estimators utilize their expertise and industry knowledge to evaluate project specifications, create detailed cost breakdowns, and identify potential risks and cost-saving opportunities. Their work is essential in helping businesses and organizations make informed decisions regarding budgeting, pricing, and resource allocation, ensuring projects are financially viable and successful.

Project Cost Estimation

• Knowledge and familiarity with related fields of work such as electrical, mechanical, structural, environmental, civil engineering, filling & packaging, and chemical industry to sufficiently create either high-level budgetary estimates or specific line-item estimates.
  
  
  
  • Expert Level knowledge in at least two of the abovementioned fields or high-level experience in 4 areas.
  
  
• Ability to create detailed line-item (Class 3 to Class 4) cost estimates, reviews work orders, programming documents, design documents, or similar project documentation.
• Highly Proficient in use of cost estimating software. RS Means and ProEst shall be the preferred software, while Procore and others shall be considered.
• Highly proficient in Computer Aided Design (CAD) Programs.
  
  
  
  • Ability to navigate and use AutoCAD Plant 3D, AutoCAD P&ID, Revit, Navisworks and Inventor
  
  
• Highly proficient in the use of the Autodesk Construction Cloud and use of Cost Module within the ACC.
• Expert level proficiency with MS Office/Excel software.
• Proficiency in On Screen Take-off OST)
• Proficiency with Bluebeam REVU and familiarity with Matterport software.
• Performs economic analyses as required. Ability to calculate NPV, IRR along with understanding of various depreciation methodologies (Straight line, Double Declining, MACRS).
• The primary responsibility of a cost estimator; provide accurate cost estimates for a manufacturing projects. Expertise and knowledge of industry standards to calculate the anticipated expenses, including material costs, labor costs, equipment costs, subcontractor fees, and overhead expenses. Utilize cost estimating software or create detailed spreadsheets to break down costs item by item and division utilizing MasterFromat, CSI codes of divisions, section and subsections
• Conduct research to gather data on material prices, labor rates, equipment costs, and other relevant factors. Stay updated with market trends, supplier prices, and industry benchmarks to ensure their estimates reflect current market conditions.
• Determine the quantities of materials, equipment, and labor required for a project.
• Read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings, perform take-offs, and use measurement tools to quantify the number of resources needed accurately.
• Evaluate potential risks and uncertainties that may impact the project's cost. Consider factors such as market volatility, unforeseen circumstances, and changes in regulations to incorporate appropriate contingencies in their estimates. Development of a geographical pricing strategy is a practice of adjusting the price of a product or service depending on the geographical location.

Project Management

• This role includes the use of a variety of problem solving and Project Management methodologies.
  
  
  
  • Incumbent participates in division-level programs and is a key member of project teams to ensure the successful completion of project objectives while pursuing improvement projects.
  • Manages multiple Design and Continuous Improvement projects and milestones.
  
  
• Key member of cross functional, Global Supply Chain project teams
  
  
  
  • Works on teams of 1-6 people during all stages of the project life cycle.
  • Assists Project Managers in the development of end-date schedules of assigned projects
  
  
• Effective communication and ability to interact with internal customers, project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders. Ability to clearly articulate estimates, explain cost breakdowns, and present findings in a concise and understandable manner.
• Adept at problem-solving, finding creative solutions, and adapting estimates based on changing circumstances or constraints (schedule, cost, quality, etc.).
• Ability to manage time efficiently to meet project deadlines. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and deliver accurate estimates within the required timeframes.
• Ability to collaborate with other professionals, such as architects, engineers, and contractors. Possess strong teamwork skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, share information, and integrate input from various stakeholders.
• Mindset focused on cost optimization, actively seek opportunities to identify potential cost-saving measures, propose alternative options, and suggest value engineering ideas to ensure projects are completed within budgetary constraints.

Engineering Services Consultant

• Evaluates and assists in the qualifying equipment vendors and contractors minimizing faulty construction, time delays, and lawsuits.
  
  
  
  • Recommends mechanical contractors and equipment vendors for projects
  
  
• Obtains quotations from vendors on specified equipment (Vessels, Piping, Control Devices, Filling and Packaging, etc.)
• Actively participate during peer review of drawings and other technical documentation prepared by incumbent or others to ensure correctness and accuracy in form, fit and function
• Advise team on economic recommendations during project scoping.
• Identify opportunity areas within S-W Global Supply Chain engineering and operations.
• DBIA certification desired

Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company's staff, employees, and business relationships.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

FORMAL EDUCATION:

Required:

• BA or BS in Engineering or related field

Preferred:

• BS Mechanical, Civil or Construction Management
• ASPE (American Society of Professional Estimators) training or Certification
  
  
  
  • https://www.aspenational.org/
  
  

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• 7 years minimum of related engineering experience
• Good interpersonal skills, project management, organization, leadership skills, decision making ability, relationship building

Preferred:

• Experience with Continuous Improvement processes/techniques: lean, transactional lean, root cause analysis, etc.