Commercial Estimator

NOT A REMOTE POSITION

Cooperworks Industries®, a division of MAC Medical, is an exciting NEW state-of-the-art, fully automated facility for all of your plastic laminate cabinetry needs, backed by the finest customer service in the industry. Located in Columbia, Illinois, we offer stylish plastic laminate casework that can be configured to complement various spaces, including medical, dental, laboratory, veterinary, educational, and more.

Cooperworks Industries is looking for a diligent Commercial Estimator to prepare accurate estimates for projects by gathering information and analyzing essential metrics. You will provide knowledge of cost and benefits that support profitable business decisions. The ideal candidate will have excellent numerical skills and an analytical mindset. You must be thorough and apt in managing relationships with key persons. The goal is to provide detailed reports to make informed decisions that will enhance its profitability and growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand the project/program and its requirements
• Determine key variables for cost and other estimates
• Gather first-hand information from sites
• Conduct research to obtain data on labor costs, materials, production times, etc.
• Use software for data analysis, forecasting, and budgeting
• Obtain and review offers and quotes by subcontractors or vendors
• Perform risk analysis
• Create and submit estimate reports or bids to appropriate persons (project managers, clients, bidding competitions, etc.)
• Build relationships with key vendors

SKILLS:

• Proven experience in Commercial casework/Millwork estimating
• Familiarity with financial and project management principles
• Experienced in Architectural scale and blueprint reading
• In-depth knowledge of research and data analysis methods and estimation formulas
• Exquisite math skills with an analytical mindset
• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities
• Thoroughness and reliability
• Excellent organizational skills
• Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) will be an asset.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate (Preferred)
• Construction Estimating: 1 year (Preferred)
• Millwork Estimating: 1 year (Preferred)
• Architectural Blueprint reading: 1 year (Preferred)

 

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