Sr. Estimator (ID #448660)

Kennesaw, GA

Johns Creek Ga 3077

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Sr. Estimator

• Job Description
• Branch Details

The Estimator is responsible for optimizing profitability, standardizing pricing and supporting the sales and production teams.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Estimating & Pricing

• Perform detailed take-offs from construction documents and architectural drawings
• Create and manage project estimates using company software (Macola, Synergy)
• Analyze drawings/specs to determine material, labor, shipping, and installation costs
• Establish and maintain standardized pricing tools/templates

Cost Analysis & Auditing

• Audit and update all pricing quarterly based on material costs, freight, and labor fluctuations
• Identify margin improvement opportunities and suggest price adjustments as needed
• Pull item numbers from internal databases and validate pricing accuracy in the ERP system

Collaboration & Communication

• Work cross-functionally with Account Managers, Sales, Design, and Production teams
• Support Sales during pre-bid and proposal stages with accurate and timely estimates
• Provide historical costing insights to guide future quoting and sales strategy

Operational Support

• Maintain accurate database entries for pricing, components, and assemblies
• Forecast project costs and analyze trends to support budgeting and production planning
• Propose and lead cost-saving initiatives with Procurement and Production teams

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years estimating in construction, architectural fabrication, or manufacturing
• Proficiency in reading construction documents and architectural drawings
• Hands-on experience with ERP/estimating tools (Macola, Synergy, Excel, etc.)
• Strong background in material costing (steel, aluminum, fasteners, freight)
• Ability to create and maintain standardized price models and forecasting tools
• Excellent time management and analytical skills
• Clear and concise communicator, both written and verbal

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in QSR, architectural products, or unitized fabrication
• Experience standardizing pricing in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with ISO or cost auditing principles

Johns Creek GA 3077