Estimator Opportunity North Canton If interested, send your resume to sharajendran@actalentservices.com!! Job Description The Estimator works closely with the entire team to create job estimates that meet the client’s budgetary goals and the company’s fiscal objectives. The Estimator’s main function is to determine the scope of work on Request for Proposals, coordinate raw material volumes and costs along with any third-party supplier pricing, combine with internal labor hours to build finished components, and create a project estimate for review and validation. Responsibilities + Work closely with project managers, purchasing, and shop management to fully understand project realities and alternatives to achieve expected deliverables. + Develop accurate job cost estimates by analyzing blueprints, understanding client goals, and compiling material, labor, subcontract, installation, freight, and overhead costs. + Capture and catalog results for use and comparisons in future estimating requests. + Categorize and present materials for kickoff meetings by communicating job cost assumptions and plans to Purchasing, Project Managers, and Shop Foremen. + Interact with the purchasing and production group to review material choices and alternatives. + Develop quality and value-engineering opportunities with the engineering and production departments. + Build material and labor routers. Essential Skills + 1+ years of experience in client-facing project management within the store fixtures, millwork, casework, or building construction industry. + Ability to read architectural drawings for understanding of interior finishes and millwork needs. + Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including intermediate level analysis. + 1+ years of experience in estimating manufacturing costs for retail, construction, restaurant fixture packages, millwork, or architecture industry. + Ability to read blueprints and perform take-offs. + Proven ability to build and improve estimating processes and systems. + Strong mathematical, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. + Proficiency in MS Excel and computer skills. Work Environment The work environment includes working with customers at different locations and building relationships. Projects typically last 8-12 weeks, with some as short as 6 weeks. The role involves transferring paperwork to quotes and working with engineers and the production team to determine material arrival times. The office space features custom wood paneling, tables, and industrial fixtures, overlooking the production floor with floor-to-ceiling windows. There is hybrid flexibility and a very clean manufacturing floor. The role may require occasional work on Saturdays. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.