Senior Estimator

Econolite® is an innovator of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) solutions, products, and services. Our technology is helping save lives and making the Smart City a reality. If you want to be at the forefront of this intelligent technology revolution, we want to talk to you about being part of our team. Econolite is committed to employing the best talent that will make significant contributions to building a safer, connected world. 

Econolite's ITS solutions ease traffic congestion, provide safer mobility, and improve quality of life. As the one-stop-shop leader for traffic management systems, sensor products, and services, Econolite is committed to the advancement of connected and autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and cybersecurity.

The Senior Estimator takes the lead in evaluating and estimating project costs for manufacturer/distributor to government agencies, construction contractors, industrial establishments, etc., by analyzing proposals and specifications. Responsible for searching various bid advertisement sites as well as registering Econolite with agency bid lists for states within the assigned sales territory.

DUTIES

• Assist and or prepare bids by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents for the Sales team for review and/or approval.
• Accumulate, evaluate, review, and update file systems, procedures, and methods to maintain current estimating standards and databases.
• Assist in providing appropriate order documentation as requested and responding to customer order inquiries and other project management requirements.
• Provide local Account Managers with information on bid/quote activity prior to submittal.
• Coordinate bid/quote activity with account managers and sales leadership.
• Interpret project plan sheets, bid documents, engineering documents, and/or special provisions.
• Ensure opportunities are reported/captured in CRM
• Ensure Bid Research is done by the estimating team daily to include Bid engines, Agency Budgets, and CIP.
• Work with Junior Estimators in training and coordination of daily activities.
• Work directly with the contractor market with face-to-face meetings and relationship-building activities.
• Post-sale, Project Management, and coordination with Contractors, Manufacturing, and Account Managers. 
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to 7 years of related work experience.
• Must have a clear understanding of and ability to work with plan sheets, bid documents, engineering documents, and specifications. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong computer software skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications, such as MS Office programs, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills, able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated and strong commitment to teamwork. 

PRE-EMPLOYMENT

All candidates who accept employment will be subject to a background investigation and drug screening. For applicable roles, candidates who accept employment will also be subject to a Motor Vehicle/Driving Record screening.

BENEFITS

This role is eligible for benefits: weekly pay, weekly PTO accrual, paid holidays. Various medical plans, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, direct deposit. Basic life, LTD, 401k discretionary match. Other voluntary benefits include: Identity theft protection, pet insurance.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, lactation, ancestry/national origin, citizenship, age, disability, arrest and court records, military & veteran's status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, or any other classification protected by state or federal law.
 

We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

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