Door Systems Estimator

Position Purpose The Negwer Door Systems Estimator, under the supervision of the NDS General Manager, accurately calculates the total costs associated with a project or the development of a new product. Essential FunctionsSupports NDS Inside Sales during the process of quoting sales pricing to customers by providing accurate measurements and assessments for labor/materialsProvides installation solutions that match customer's expectations Adapts product specifications to installation requirements, utilizing a thorough knowledge of all NDS productsRecognizes situations that would impact customer expectations, job costs and/or code performance and provides solutionsManages assigned work schedules and work orders; set priorities and schedules appointments with customersKeep Team Members (NDS Project Managers, NDS Inside Sales) informed as needed Provides accurate measurements and documentation of job-related circumstances Keeps current on product and installation process changesConducts bid takeoffs and proposal preparationsManages budgets, estimates, and timelinesReviews bids offered by subcontractors in order to choose the most cost-effective optionPrepares data associated with either producing a new product or improving the design of an existing productForecasts the production costs within a given timetableFlexible/non-traditional schedule may be required, and some travelPerforms other necessary functions as assigned Qualifications NecessaryKnowledge 3-5 years related experience in frame, door and hardware estimation, or related field Some college education preferredAbility to read blueprintsComfortable with learning and using new technologiesSufficient experience with the Microsoft Office suite Minimum 3 years experience of division 08 experience requiredInterpersonalA positive attitude and the ability to maintain professional, long-term co-worker, customer, vendor, and business relationshipsService-oriented and a dedication to win customers 'for life'Strong professional verbal and written communications skillsAbility to work effectively across all levels of managementDetail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks, simultaneous projects, and conflicting deadlinesAn innovative approach to resolving problems and delivering resultsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment