Astro Metal Craft is located in a beautiful rural community with excellent schools, affordable housing, close to good shopping and anything a person could want. We offer friendly atmosphere, variety in work, competitive compensation, and a nice benefits package. We want to hire people who take pride in doing quality work and want job stability. Learning and growth is encouraged in order for people to achieve success in their life and career.

We strongly encourage you to contact us if you are a highly experienced TIG or MIG welder or an experienced Machinist and looking for a new career opportunity!

CURRENT JOB OPENINGS:

Architectural Estimator

We are looking for a full-time Architectural Estimator to join our team. Estimators prepare quotes in accordance with customer requests for quotes (RFQs) for manufacturing products and services. They are responsible for preparing material, labor and outside service portion of quotes using current pricing. In addition, estimators work with production as required to calculate labor portions of quotes and analyze bill of materials, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to complete quote packages. The cost estimates will be reviewed by sales, and they will provide a formal quote to the customer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up estimates in manufacturing software which includes material, labor, outside services and anything related to the cost of the project.
• Analyze, compare and interpret detailed and sometimes poorly defined information; make sound and accurate judgments based on previous knowledge and experience.
• Thorough review of construction documents including plans and specifications to understand the scope of work required in addition to understanding market trends and prices for materials and labor.
• Estimate labor time on each project for the following operations: Drafting, Laser, Press Brake, Punch Machine, HAAS CNC Machining, Weld, Metal finishing, Paint and Assembly, etc.
• Identification of and preparation for parts to be sent out for quote.
• Execute material quotation process, as needed, by gathering and analyzing cost data.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to obtain labor estimates, tests, fixtures, prototypes and other costs.
• Utilize BlueBeam Revu Software to analyze and mark-up construction drawings.
• Identify and work to resolve problems that develop when creating an estimate and recommend solutions for more efficient processes.
• Review and compare supplier bids for buyout products.
• Communicate accordingly with general contractors, trade partners and vendors.
• Create takeoffs from construction documents which include material, labor, outside services and anything related to the cost of the project.
• Analyze bill of materials, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to complete quote packages.
• Assist in repricing costs associated with change orders.

Qualifications:

• • Experience in estimating metal fabrication and understanding pricing structures.
  • Excellent skill level at reading and understanding Architectural drawings & Specifications.
  • Knowledge of welding, CNC machining and assembly practices, tools and fixturing (metal preferred).
  • Excellent verbal, written communication and time management skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated with high level of professionalism
  • Associate degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
  • Strong understanding of architectural design principles, structural elements, and metal fabrication processes.
  • Familiarity with building codes, standards, and regulations relevant to metal components in architectural projects.
  • 5-8+ years of estimating experience working in a metal fabrication environment. Strong understanding production drawings, bills of material, manufacturing processes and interactions that impact costs to build products.
  • Proficient in products such as Excel, Word, Outlook, Bluebeam, etc.
  • Knowledge of onsite labor requirements such as prevailing wages is a plus.

Organizational Competencies:

• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems efficiently; gathers and analyzes information; develops solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason, etc.
• Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate individuals in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
• Motivation – Sets and achieves goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals, etc.
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans, etc.

Salary:
Competitive and commensurate with experience. Includes benefits package and potential for performance bonuses.

For more information about job openings, contact Cindy Tillemans at: cindy.t@astrometalcraft.com or call at 763-777-8087.

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