TECHNICAL COST ESTIMATOR

Moran Iron Works values people as individuals – not as “workers” or “staff.” We create goals and plans for professional and personal growth, recognizing that not everyone is the same, and that there’s greatness in differences. We believe our company’s success is a direct result of our passion for doing great work and taking on the responsibility and accountability to do what it takes to have our customers be more than satisfied with their fabrication orders. When our clients make a purchase order, they know they’re getting the professionalism, experience, knowledge, and skill Moran Iron Works is known for.

To help maintain this high-performing culture and drive our future growth, we are seeking a dynamic and strategic Technical Cost Estimator.

Responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for structural steel, heavy fabrication, marine, bridge, and industrial manufacturing projects by analyzing drawings, specifications, labor, materials, subcontractor pricing, historical cost data, and project requirements to support management in bidding, pricing, proposal development, and project planning decisions.

TASKS

• Analyzes drawings, specifications, contract documents, and project requirements to prepare time, cost, material, and labor estimates.

• Prepares cost estimates, bid worksheets, material take-offs, labor calculations, and proposal documentation for structural steel and fabrication projects.

• Consults with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal departments to obtain pricing, resolve scope questions, and adjust estimates as needed.

• Collects, organizes, and maintains historical cost data, vendor pricing, and project documentation to support current and future estimates.

• Evaluates project scope, technical requirements, and customer specifications to identify pricing considerations, cost risks, and estimate adjustments.

• Assesses project cost effectiveness by reviewing bid results, actual costs, pricing considerations, and estimating accuracy.

• Utilizes Excel, ERP/CRM systems, and project tracking tools to maintain estimate records, bid documentation, and cost data.

• Supports management in bidding, pricing, and proposal decisions through accurate cost analysis and estimating processes.

Additional duties may include:

• Assisting with proposal coordination and bid preparation activities related to project opportunities.

• Supporting project scheduling, estimate tracking, and internal coordination activities.

• Participating in customer, vendor, and subcontractor communications regarding pricing, scope clarification, and proposal support.

QUALIFICATION

• Years of Experience: 1 year
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• License, Certificate or Registration: Bachelor’s in business, Engineering, Construction Management, or other related technical or business field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant estimating/project coordination experience.
• Continuing Education: Attend estimating, project management, fabrication, quality systems, and/or industry-related seminars/training to maintain current standards of operations, technical requirements, and market practices.

SKILLS

Basic Skills

• Mathematics

• Reading Comprehension

• Active Listening

• Speaking

• Critical Thinking

Social Skills

• Coordination

• Negotiation

• Social Perceptiveness

Complex Problem-Solving Skills

• Complex Problem Solving

• Operations Analysis

• Judgment and Decision Making

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE

• Cost estimating, bid preparation, and proposal development.

• Blueprint, drawing, and contract document interpretation.

• Microsoft Excel, ERP/CRM systems, and project tracking software

• Structural steel, fabrication, and manufacturing processes.

• Historical cost data analysis and cost effectiveness evaluation.

• Customer specifications, financial documentation, and quality/compliance requirements.

• Proposal coordination and project tracking processes.

BENEFITS

• 401K
• MIW Apparel Allowance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Holidays
• PTO
• Profit Sharing
• $25K Life Insurance
• STD/LTD