Project Estimator at Electrical Power Products – Des Moines, Iowa

Reports To

The Project Estimator will report to the Estimating Manager.

Job Summary

The Project Estimator will work with the Estimating Team to develop technical proposals and complete the quoting of new and existing parts for an assortment of customers in the electrical field.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Develop quotes for existing and new products.
• Estimate cost for material, labor, equipment, and tooling.
• Obtain quotes for the manufacturing material.
• Prepare cost data for quotes.
• Serve as the initial reviewer for all sales-related contracts with both short term and long-term agreements.
• Prepare formal proposals.
• Directly communicate with customers in the form of quotations.
• Manage several projects at one time while adhering to proposal due dates.
• Define and document requirements; address technical concerns.
• Interpret and work from engineering data to include drawings, specifications, and models.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College degree or related experience preferred.
• Capability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to navigate through website portals for customers.
• Proficient in Google Suite with necessary computer skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and the ability to work on pdf.

Physical Requirements

• Typically sits, grasps items, and performs keyboarding for the regular operation of a computer.
• Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about regularly.
• Lift, move, or otherwise transfer items up to 30 lbs. occasionally.
• Possible exposure to typical manufacturing production physical hazards.