Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
The Estimating & Project Management Manager will be responsible for leading our estimation department and directly managing larger projects to ensure timeliness, accuracy and competitiveness on project quotes. The Manager will oversea the daily estimating department operations, will support pricing strategy and cost analysis, and will drive process improvements. The Manager will be responsible for driving improved quote close rates.
Primary Responsibilities:
Track and manage the close-rate of estimates prepared by the department and work closely with the sales team to achieve close-rate (and profitability) targets
Develop and deploy pricing methodologies, frameworks and tools to improve speed and accuracy of costs working closely with operations to understand cost drivers
Ensure consistency between 'book' pricing and custom pricing and lead-efforts to reconcile pricing discrepancies at the category level
Manage pipeline of incoming quotes and ensure timely completion
Provide mentorship and guidance to the estimating team to ensure consistency and accuracy and review larger quotes before release
Execute estimate directly (complex or high-value or when needed for capacity)
Provide direct technical to customers as needed
Manage the project workflow for larger projects from quote to shipment ensuring a timely information exchange especially drawing approvals
Review drawings for all projects going through fabrication department before release for production.
Collect and organize competitor pricing information and leverage as a tool in developing pricing.
Education, Knowledge and Experience:
Bachelors degree, preferably in Engineering.
5+ years' experience in estimating with demonstrated commercial construction knowledge; metal fabrication and manufacturing experience preferred
Deep understanding of estimating methodologies, techniques, and best practices
Ability to assess project feasibility and profitability
Skills and Abilities
Ability to perform complex business calculations for estimates, costing models, margins, time studies and production metrics.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for cross-departmental collaboration.
Strong leadership and team management skills, including the ability to mentor and develop estimating staff.
High degree of organization and time management, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Company DescriptionW3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.
We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.
Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.
We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.
We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.
Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.
As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.
Company Description
W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.