Automation Estimator

Interstates Companies
dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k)
United States, Iowa, Sioux Center
Jan 03, 2025
Overview Interstates is growing, and we are currently seeking an Estimator to join our Estimating Team for our Sioux Falls or Sioux Center offices. The Estimator will be responsible for estimating electrical industrial automation projects. Interstates seeks ambitious, innovative individuals with the ability to grow and maintain value-added relationships with our team and external customers. Interstates Describes Its Culture as: Family-Like Caring co-workers treat each other like family Be treated like an individual, not just a number Flexible schedules allow you to focus on your personal life as well as work life Lunch gatherings and social activities promotes fun and camaraderie Support charities and your community through events sponsored and hosted by Interstates Interstates Core Values: Integrity Trust Quality Dependability Family Our Why: Providing opportunities for our people Making a difference with our clients Pursuing a better way Responsibilities Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities: Review and analyze bid specifications, bid drawings and all other bid documents to prepare estimates Consult with clients and vendors to prepare estimates Developing detailed scope of work for proposal documents Building complete estimates of project costs using pricing tools Responsible for communications and collaboration with internal team members concerning the estimates Attend job walks; pre-bid meetings; collaborations and conferences with clients and design professionals. Determine and price value-engineered alternatives to plans and specifications. Work under deadline pressures in an efficient, composed and calm manner. Other duties may be assigned Additional Essential Functions: Work alongside other estimators, project managers and project engineers on change-orders and cost-to-complete estimates of on-going projects Help create and communicate company standards for estimating electrical design/build and plans and specs work. Additional duties as assigned by management Qualifications Education and/or Experience: 2 year degree or Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Preferred Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication Analytical, problem-solving mentality Able to track and organize project and information Able to calculate figures and amounts Ability to read CAD drawings and P&IDs Excellent relationship building skills Possesses sound judgement skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize work Application Questions Job Type: Full-time Pay: Dependent upon experience Schedule: Monday to Friday Benefits: 401(k) Dental Insurance Disability Insurance Health Insurance Vacation Vision Insurance Company's website: www.interstates.com Work Remotely: Flexible Travel: This position will be based out of our Sioux Falls or Sioux Center office and may require some occasional travel to job sites, per business needs and requirements Interstates is an Equal Opportunity/AA Employer and provides a drug free work environment.