What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager Estimator position at CUST-O-FAB?
The Project Manager/Estimator serves a vital function as the primary point of contact with our customers. This position will build and promote strong, long-lasting customer relationships. Background in estimating, ability to work jointly with Engineering, Procurement, and fabrication are essential to project success.
- Works with customers from point of receiving their RFQ through shipment and invoicing
- Service and support the needs of our customers while coordinating with a fabrication facility that works on a 24/7 basis
- Build new relationships with potential customers and strengthen existing relationships by providing exceptional customer service
- Follow progress of ongoing projects and report status to customers
- Serve as liaison between customers and internal departments
- Maintain proper project documentation
- Prepare and monitor project schedules
- Provide and/or support project cost estimates
- Experience working with Engineering Firms/Capital Projects a Plus
Knowledge, skills and abilities
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred
- Five years sales, estimating, fabrication, or strong mechanical background
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with all levels of employees, engineers, subcontracts, and suppliers
- Excellent computer skills with Microsoft based programs, such as Outlook and Excel
- Experience communicating via customer online portals
- Ability to work flexible work hours as needed
- Strong organizational skills and proven ability to manage multiple ongoing projects
- Problem solving abilities
- Excellent technical communication skills
Physical requirements
Must be able to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time; walk, bend, stoop and lift up to 20pounds. Works in a climate-controlled environment.