What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Estimator position at Gaston & Wyatt?
About the Company:Gaston and Wyatt is a manufacturer and supplier of luxury architectural millwork, casework, and other architectural products, serving Charlottesville and beyond for 45 years. We have moved into other markets across the country and are growing quickly.Job Summary:Our company is seeking anProject Estimatorto join our team. As a Project Estimator, you will be part of a broad organization, including sales, project management, engineering, production, and finance. You will be responsible for formulating a detailed breakdown of the labor and material required for some of the most high-profile projects in the country. The estimates you help prepare will be a crucial factor as to whether we are awarded a project and how we perform on a job once awarded. Your role is critical, and you will have a direct connection between our company and our most important customers. If you get more determined and focused when the pressure is on and can stay on top of multiple details, you may be what we are looking for.We are constantly seeking to improve and provide more value and service to our customers. What that means for the Estimator position is thatyou will face challenges every day and, because you are on the front line of project acceptance, will lead the charge of what we can deliver to the customer. For those who step up to the challenge of this role and succeed, the reward will be increased responsibility pay and benefits at the top of the industry. We function as a large family and win together through an extraordinary incentive program tied to overall company performance.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review all proposal request documents and prepare estimating schedules.
- Prepare accurate scope take-offs and costing.
- Prepare and execute pricing proposals.
- Track and update the status of proposals.
- Assist project management teams with developing project work order scopes and values.
- Build/nurture relationships with customers, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Review/analyze project data to develop accurate material, manufacturing, and installation factors.
- Assist the Sales team with negotiations on contract scope.
- Perform special projects and complete all other duties as assigned or requested.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 5-10 plus years of Estimating experience and knowledge of construction material and methods.
- Experience working in a similar setting, such as an architectural firm, general contractor, wood products plant, or millwork shop, is preferred.
- Familiarity with our estimating software,Innergyis a plus.
- Estimating experience and knowledge of construction materials and methods are a plus.
- Engineering, drafting, or production experience is a plus.
- Excellent math and computer skills.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to efficiently analyze and organize significant information regarding plan layouts, project deliverables, and administrative work.
- Excellent written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, as well as with customers and vendors.
- Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and comfortable with technology.
- Self-starter with a hands-on approach.
- Exceptional follow-through on initiatives and commitments.
- A solid desire to grow with the company and be a part of a cohesive team.
- Ability to juggle and prioritize various daily tasks with attention to detail.
- The Project Estimator must spend time in a climate-controlled office environment before a computer screen, keyboarding, and manipulating a mouse.
- Will also be required to work in non-climate-controlled shop or job site environments periodically.
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