Estimator

The Estimator establishes strong working relationships with vendor partners as well as negotiating the best pricing available. They are also responsible for preparing detailed cost estimates, budgets, takeoffs, final pricing and packages as well as project and daily work order activities for architectural interior projects. The Estimator works closely with sales, design, and project management teams, and ensures that proposals are accurate, competitive, and aligned with client goals and building specifications. This position reports to the Vice President of Architectural Solutions. Responsibilities and Duties:   Departmental Assistance Assist Sales and Designers with product research and technical order information. Coordinate all customer projects and work orders: implementation of customer orders and service requests. Creates project number and quote. Completes any necessary revisions to order throughout budgeting process.  Pricing Obtain, maintain, and track updated and accurate information in the estimating database as well as ensuring historical data for budgeting purposes Ensure quotes and projects are managed and kept current in the database Request quotes from suppliers, efficiently, accurately, timely and in an organized manner (materials, labor, design, etc.) Request and negotiate pricing from vendors (depending on size of order) for both service and product Assist in the preliminary budgeting and quoting for clients.   Develop and submit estimate for proposals to prospects/clients Develop and help with any bid packages that are required Complete bid/RFP forms and/or documents Sales Order Management  Assists Architectural Solutions Specialist in ensuring a responsible close of sale by confirming signed sales orders (and terms & conditions, if appropriate), client purchase orders, and forwarding deposit requests when required. Stays involved throughout sale implementation to ensure any changes in scope are identified and resolved Attends status report meetings as required. Collaboration Work with Integrated team Assist with value engineering and alternative solutions when required. Ensure clear and timely communication with vendors, contractors, and internal team members