What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at PFlow Industries, Inc?
Job Summary
At PFlow Industries, you won’t just be another employee—you’ll be an employee-owner shaping our future. As a 100% employee-owned, industry-leading manufacturer, every team member has a voice, a stake, and a reason to be proud of the work we do. We’re a growing, multi-year Top Workplace Winner with a strong, family-oriented culture where people support one another and succeed together. If you thrive on variety, enjoy problem-solving, and want to be part of a winning team that truly values its people, this is your opportunity to grow your career and make an impact.
As a Jr. Estimator, you’ll be responsible for supporting the development of accurate project quotes that help drive business growth and project success. In this role, you'll partner with experienced estimators, engineering teams, and suppliers to analyze project requirements, develop cost estimates, and prepare competitive proposals for VRC projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to develop technical, analytical, and project management skills while building a long-term career with an employee-owned industry leader.
Skills Needed:
- Ability to strive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven estimating environment.
- Problem Solving: Identifies issues, analyzes root causes, and develops practical, effective solutions to address challenges.
- Communicates Effectively: Communicates information clearly, concisely, and professionally, tailoring messages to the audience and situation.
- Effectively Prioritizes: Effectively manages time and workload to focus on the most important tasks, balancing urgency and impact to meet business needs.
- Collaboration: Works effectively with others to achieve shared goals, builds positive working relationships, and contributes to a team-oriented environment.
- Detail Oriented: Produces high accurate, high quality and thorough work by carefully reviewing information, following established standards, and identifying errors or inconsistencies before completing tasks.
Role & Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing accurate cost estimates and project quotes for VRC projects by evaluating project requirements, materials, labor, and other cost factors.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and review drawings, specifications, and BIM models to define project scope, identify risks, and support estimate development.
- Solicit, track, and analyze supplier and subcontractor pricing to ensure competitive and accurate quotations.
- Support bid preparation by maintaining estimate data, compiling documentation, processing revisions, and responding to clarification requests.
- Assist with cost comparisons, value engineering initiatives, budget updates, and other activities that improve project value and estimating accuracy.
- Maintain organized estimating records and collaborate with project managers, engineering teams, senior estimators, and field personnel throughout the quoting process, including participation in post-bid reviews and continuous improvement efforts.
PFlow’s Benefits Include:
- Generous ESOP retirement contribution from the company
- Health Insurance with a $0 deductible option
- 401(k) with company match
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
- Paid Time Off and paid Holidays
- Company paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Events and Employee Recognition programs