Estimator
Company: KCI, Incorporated (A Member of the Tsubaki Group)
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: October 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:KCI, Incorporated (a member of the Tsubaki Group) is
an original equipment manufacturer providing a broad range of
automated solutions for diverse markets and industries worldwide.
We are recognized for developing unique, automated processes in
automotive assembly as well as for being the nation's leading
manufacturer of insulation process equipment. The Estimator will be
responsible for providing details (takeoffs) for each proposal
issued to them by the Estimating Manager. The Estimator will review
each customer RFQ and organize for proper and prompt proposal
preparation, using standard forms and methods.Essential Duties and
Responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities of this
job are included but not limited to this job description - other
tasks may be assigned and expected to be performed.Review the RFQ
to understand its intent, requirements, details, timing and
scope.Understand the manner to which the Owner needs it
presented.Walk and review the jobsite conditions.Creates as
detailed as possible take-offs for the equipment and all ancillary
devices shown, specified or needed based on the scope and overall
conveyor knowledge.Contacts sub-contractors for bids scope of
supply not facilitated by KCI, Incorporated as required.Prepares
bid packs for the sub-contractors.Continually review all customer
general specifications and standards to ensure compliance.Get
pricing on purchased equipment and fabricated items, as
necessary.Adds costs to each line item in the estimate. Ensures
that all items of work are included. Review subcontractor's
proposal for content, price and clarifications and include a matrix
of rank.Consider cost savings or value-added alternates.Review any
engineering or feasibility considerations.Assists in preparing
final quote & documents to submit to the customer as required.
Detail & clarifications are critical. Establish a plan for the
timing and getting the SOW accomplished.Review the quote with the
Estimating Manager and Sales.Review the quote with management, as
required.Work with engineering and operations as necessary to
complete the quote.Provide critical as sold information, job
kickoff and setup for job budget.Provide job field order and/or
change order estimates as required.Perform other duties as
assigned.Requirements:5+ years of directly related experience in
industrial construction, mechanical engineering, or a related
industrial discipline, preferably in the automotive or industrial
fiberglass manufacturing industry.Associates Degree in Industrial
Engineering, Mechanical Engineering preferred (or combination of
equivalent work/education experience)AutoCAD - at minimum, must be
able to use for reading, plotting, and dimensioning.Proficient with
MS Word and Project. Advanced proficiency in Excel required.
Requires some travel including overnight to attend bid meetings and
to review job sites. Position could involve out of country travel,
but rarely.Detail oriented and organizational skills are a
must.Work well in fast paced, time-sensitive, deadline-oriented
environment.Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer -
Minorities/Females/Veterans/DisabilityCC22PIfd269d12cbde-25660-35617479
Keywords: KCI, Incorporated (A Member of the Tsubaki Group), Kansas City , Estimator, Professions , Kansas City, Kansas
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