What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rigging Estimator position at Lee Machinery Movers Inc?
Rigging Estimator
Full-Time / Pontiac, MI.
Onsite
This is an onsite position that requires the selected candidate to be onsite 5 days per week in Pontiac, Michigan.
About Us
Lee Machinery Movers (LMM) has been a trusted partner for over 30 years, specializing in the installation and relocation of industrial machinery. From single-machine moves to large-scale plant relocations, we excel in managing complex projects under the most demanding conditions. Our expertise, commitment to innovation, and unwavering focus on quality and safety have earned us a reputation as industry leaders in machinery moving and industrial solutions.
Position Summary
As an Estimator to play a critical role in project execution by visiting job sites to gather essential information and generate accurate quotes within specified deadlines. Your responsibilities encompass a range of duties, including performing site visits, developing project plans, capturing, and tracking additional work, and maintaining effective communication with field personnel. You will collaborate with the stakeholders to create project timelines, select the appropriate foreman for each project, and ensure timely procurement of purchase order numbers for subcontractor hiring. Your role also involves coordinating with Shop Foremen, approving project-related documentation, and stepping in to fill the Shop Foreman's role when necessary.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately estimate labor, material, equipment, trucking, and other related costs for turnkey rigging/ machinery relocation projects of all sizes within a specified time frame.
- Perform site visits to obtain project details to create a detailed scope of work.
- Develop, write, and communicate detailed scopes of work for specified rigging projects
- Identify competitive strategies and follow through to project award
- When project is awarded, work closely with dispatch to schedule personnel with the proper skill-sets to complete the project with maximum efficiency.
- Verify and approve daily electronic job tickets submitted by field personnel to confirm accuracy of time, materials, and equipment used
- Identify and capture change orders, or opportunities for additional work with the respective account manager
- Provide technical assistance to onsite leads prior to the job start, and throughout each job as necessary.
- See through each awarded project from start to finish, documenting progression along the way.
- Take after-hours calls as needed to dispatch personnel/ manage off-shift work being completed if need be.
Required Qualifications
- 5 years of experience in the crane and rigging industry.
- Proficiency in crane and rigging equipment, tools, and machinery.
- Proven experience in project estimation and quoting.
- Ability to perform thorough site visits for accurate project assessment.
- Strong project management skills to oversee projects from start to finish.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities for addressing challenges during projects.
- Commitment to safety and adherence to safety regulations.
- Attention to detail in approving project-related documentation.
Benefits
- Participation in the Lee Machinery Movers Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Company paid Health Insurance with an HSA Option
- 401(k) with a Safe Harbor matching program
- Paid Vacation & Holidaysa
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