Project Cost Estimator

This is a "Hybrid" position which allows for work to be completed from home AND requires periodic onsite work from our facility in Owatonna, MN. Therefore, candidates must reside within reasonable drivable distance to Owatonna, MN.

As a Wenger employee, you enjoy the stability and security of a privately-owned market leader with a 70+ year history of innovation and growth. With more than 500 employees and an almost unheard-of average tenure of 12 years, Wenger employees send a clear message:

"We are happy here." If you're ready to apply your expertise to a world-class brand in an effort to solve unique challenges with innovative solutions that inspire great performances - join the Wenger Corporation team!

Our team in Owatonna, MN is seeking a Project Cost Estimator to promote sales of Wenger Corporation products on a profit basis by providing technical information, sales proposals, and bids to prospective customers.

At a minimum, you'll need:

• 2 years work experience
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to learn product/application knowledge
• Ability to make decisions involving complex sales/profit relationships
• Ability to read architectural drawings
• Demonstrated computer skills
• Ability to prioritize work assignments and to operate with continually changing priority needs

Highly qualified candidates may also possess:

• A college degree

As a Project Cost Estimator, a typical day may include:

• Providing estimating support to assigned Sales Region(s)
• Supplying recommendations for product application solutions for specific project requirements
• Coordinating information requests for drawings, cost estimates, etc., with other company departments
• Providing technical information and proposals for developing projects
• Making pricing decisions and estimation within prescribed limits on a project-to-project basis
• Preparing and distributing quotes/bids on projects
• Recording and reporting bid activity in assigned regions
• Reviewing and negotiating customer contracts to verify accurate scope of work

Benefit offerings include:

• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Spending Accounts - HSA, FSA, DCFSA
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program