Title: Estimator

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Sponsorship: No

About this role:

The Estimator will support engineering to work within Client's component driven module fixture system to expand and develop cost-effective design solutions for standard and custom applications. They will work closely with members of the engineering and sales team to quote unique design solutions for the client.

The estimator will have responsibility for estimating retail store fixtures, custom millwork, and accessories. Price estimates are established using Client's quoting methods and procedures. These estimates are based on ensuring the current cost to produce are maintained. Exceptional time management and attention to details and process will be critical. This task will be accomplished through a strong team spirit, exceptional time management skills, attention to detail, and an extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes and cost analysis.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for price estimation for custom fixtures and accessories
• Determine material and labor estimates according to customer specification
• Coordinate with engineer manager to provide design recommendations to best suit customer and company interests
• Research and specify materials to be used on products, when needed
• Solicit vendor/ subcontractor quotes
• Compare estimated to post production actual cost to verify quoting accuracy

Must haves:

• 5+ years of experience in Retail Store Fixture or equivalent estimating
• Associate's degree or higher in engineering/ design/ project management/ or equivalent. bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Knowledge of multi-materials including wood, metal, plastics, glass, etc.
• Extensive knowledge of costs for all phases of the manufacturing processes. fabrication of metal fixtures and custom millwork
• Experience using 3D solid modeling, preferably Autodesk Inventor
• Good numeracy and computer skills including working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Working understanding of ERP software
• Ability to prioritize and work independently on multiple small projects simultaneously ensuring all key dates are met while maintaining the highest level of accuracy