Estimator

The Estimator prepares accurate and timely cost estimates for custom signage, multifamily, interior, and related projects. This position reviews plans and specifications, determines material, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and service requirements, and provides clear pricing information to Sales, Design, Production, Installation, and other departments. The Estimator also researches products and processes, maintains current pricing data, and helps identify cost-effective solutions that meet project requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Estimating and Pricing

• Review estimate requests, drawings, specifications, surveys, scope information, and customer requirements to confirm the information needed for pricing.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for materials, labor, equipment, freight, installation, permits, engineering, subcontracted work, and other project-related costs.
• Develop pricing for bids, sales packages, change requests, and revised project scopes within required deadlines.
• Verify calculations, quantities, specifications, and pricing before estimates are released.
• Update estimates when designs, materials, quantities, production methods, or project requirements change.

Technical and Project Coordination

• Work with Sales and Design to clarify scope, identify missing information, and recommend practical materials, fabrication methods, or alternatives.
• Coordinate with Production, Installation, Purchasing, Permitting, Engineering, and Multifamily teams to confirm project requirements and capabilities.
• Interpret construction drawings, sign plans, specifications, and technical information related to signage and installation.
• Research unfamiliar materials, products, fabrication methods, code requirements, or special project conditions as needed.
• Provide technical and pricing support during project planning and participate in pre-estimating or project review meetings as assigned.

Vendor and Subcontractor Pricing

• Request, review, and validate vendor and subcontractor pricing, lead times, scope, and exclusions.
• Maintain professional working relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and service providers.
• Document the assumptions, qualifications, and supporting pricing used in each estimate.

Systems and Records

• Enter and maintain estimates, pricing, and related information in Acumatica or other company systems.
• Maintain organized estimate files, pricing records, vendor quotes, cost history, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with pricing database updates and process improvements that support accuracy and consistency.
• Ensure projects are completed accurately, on schedule, and in accordance with customer expectations and company standards.
• Maintain reliable attendance and flexibility to work a schedule that may fluctuate based on production demands and business needs, including adjusted start or end times, overtime, or occasional weekends when required.
• Demonstrate commitment to company core values, policies, and safety procedures.
• Attend all required company and departmental meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Communications, or a related field highly preferred.
• Two or more years of estimating, pricing, construction, manufacturing, or related experience required.
• Sign industry experience is highly desired.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Working knowledge of materials, fabrication methods, labor costing, and subcontractor pricing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Acumatica or similar ERP or estimating software is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, research, communication, and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines, work independently, collaborate across departments, and ask questions when project information is incomplete.
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LANGUAGE SKILLS: 

Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, estimate requests, vendor quotes, technical procedures, and business correspondence. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with employees, customers, vendors, subcontractors, and other project partners.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to calculate quantities, measurements, areas, volumes, labor hours, markups, margins, percentages, ratios, unit costs, and other values used in project estimating. Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry to practical estimating situations.

REASONING ABILITY: 

Ability to calculate quantities, measurements, areas, volumes, labor hours, markups, margins, percentages, ratios, unit costs, and other values used in project estimating. Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry to practical estimating situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

No certificates, licenses, or registrations are required. A valid California driver’s license may be required when travel to job sites, vendor locations, or company facilities is assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to sit, use hands to operate a computer, telephone, and other office equipment, and communicate verbally. 
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms and occasionally stand and walk. 
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

• Ability to maintain prolonged concentration and attention to detail while performing computer-based work, reviewing documents, and managing multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Occasionally travel to customer locations, project sites, or company facilities as business needs require.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

This position primarily works in an office environment and requires regular in-office attendance. Occasional travel to customer sites, construction sites, and manufacturing areas may be required to support project coordination and business operations. Regular use of computers, telephones, and other office equipment. 

• Frequent interaction with Sales, Design, Production, Customer Service, and other departments. 
• May be required to enter production, warehouse, or fabrication areas where noise levels, equipment, and environmental conditions differ from a typical office setting. 
• Moderate noise levels in the office with occasional exposure to louder noise levels in manufacturing and production areas. 
• Requires the ability to maintain focus, accuracy, and productivity while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

This position is performed primarily in an office environment and requires regular on-site attendance during scheduled work hours.