What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custom Project Estimator (1) position at Jones Sign?
Job Summary:
As a Custom Project Estimator for our major projects and architectural team, you will have the opportunity to create cost projections for some very cool projects, such as professional sports venues, casinos, and convention centers. Using your construction knowledge and resourcefulness, you will analyze bid documents, blueprints, and conceptual drawings to create a project estimate. Throughout the process, strong communication and relationship building are needed as you interact with the sales, production, and purchasing teams.
Projects will have a wide variety ranging from commercial signage, scoreboard, architectural features, awnings, canopy, lighting, digital display and much more. These projects will utilize a variety of materials such as aluminum, steel, textiles, acrylic, plastics, wood, stone, glass and many others per project specifications.
For a sampling of these projects, you can visit www.jonessign.com and review our projects under our architectural and sports divisions.
Duties and Expectations:
- Prepares for bid by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
- Maintains contact and relationships with private individuals and other organizations.
- Identify and calculate labor, material, and time requirements.
- Strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
- Resolves discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
- Presents prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information.
- Continually updates technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Determine key variables for cost and other estimates.
- Conduct research to obtain data on labor costs, materials, production times etc.
- Obtain and review offers and quotes from subcontractors or vendors.
- Completes comprehensive and accurate cost projections for projects.
- Completes bid qualifications and fills out bid forms as required.
- Articulate detail and strategy of completed estimate during bid review and/or production meetings.
Education, Experience, and Skills:
- Associate’s degree in engineering, construction, or relevant field.
- 3 to 5 years of estimating experience – commercial construction industry preferred.
- Experience in the sign industry is a plus.
- Sound business acumen and understanding of what drives company profits.
- Ability to read and comprehend architectural blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
- Proficient computer skills. Program usage will include but is not limited to Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and the company’s ERP system.
- Consult with owners, contractors, vendors, and project managers to develop and communicate estimates.
- Advanced time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
- Ability to work well independently and/or within a team.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
We are a leading sign company in the U.S. and provide an attractive benefits package:
- Health & Wellbeing Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Leading Edge Tools & Technology
- YMCA Health & Fitness Membership
- Education & Advancement Opportunities
- Pail Parental Leave
- Incentive Programs
- Charitable Contributions Match
- And More!
Jones Sign Company is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse workplace that promotes a culture of trust, respect, and transparent communication.
