Estimator

Join a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace hall of fame company, 17 years in a row! Maybe it’s our focus on employee culture, maybe it’s the generous time off, or just that we are an Employees First company altogether, but there’s a reason why you’ll find most of our employees have made Inpro their career, not just a job. We are currently seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to join our Estimating team. 

Qualified candidates will display a positive attitude with a strong desire to perform as a team player with all divisional sales representatives in strategic business units (SBU). Perform quantity estimates as it relates to Inpro's product line from all architectural bid documents and specifications for the purpose of submitting itemized bids to obtain contracts. Perform at a consistent high level, working towards achieving corporate goals and Inpro’s Mission Statement.

Primary Duties:

• Must be team-oriented to SBU and divisional reps, providing support as necessary to meet the needs of the customer.
• Interact positively and professionally with all internal customers/departments
• Review all project bid documents as required to complete a takeoff.
• Review the addenda and note any changes on the quantity takeoff, noting all addenda by number and date.
• Submit RFI to Sales Rep to clarify any discrepancies found within the documents.
• Prepare any qualification and/or exceptions to plans and specs to be recorded in the job folder.
• Utilize all internal departments to clarify product information, intent of drawings, and understanding of specifications to help in the elimination of errors.
• When requested by sales, prepare shop drawings in AutoCAD to clearly and accurately portray the product locations and installation requirements.
• Make effective decisions promptly to satisfy both internal and external customers
• Schedule pre-bid meetings on large jobs with the sales rep prior to starting the take-off.
• Assist in training new employees in performing the estimating take-offs.
• Monitor work-related issues that may place restrictions on job performance and notify Manager with a possible solution to remedy the problem.
• All other duties as assigned by the Estimating Manager.  

Job Specifications:

• Solid knowledge of Inpro products
• Clear and effective communication skills both internally and externally.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good Judgment
• Personal Development
• Maintain a professional, positive demeanor with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
• Effective time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Minimum two-year degree from an accredited college or university preferred
• Previous estimating with the use of AutoCAD software and blueprint-reading experience is a requirement. 
• Self-starter who is capable of working independently and as a team.