Job Title: Estimator/Project Manager Job Description The Estimator/Project Manager works closely with the entire team to create job estimates that meet the client’s budgetary goals and the company’s fiscal objectives. Responsibilities + Determine scope of work on Request for Proposals. + Coordinate raw material volumes and costs along with any third-party supplier pricing. + Combine internal labor hours to build finished components. + Create a project estimate for review and validation. + Work closely with project managers, purchasing, and shop management to fully understand the 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 groups 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 + 3+ 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. + Intermediate level proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with Global Shop ERP system. + Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Construction, Architecture, Millwork, Woodworking, or Fixture Design. + 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. Work Environment The work environment offers hybrid flexibility with a clean manufacturing floor. The office space is designed like a showroom with custom wood paneling, tables, and industrial fixtures, overlooking the production floor through floor-to-ceiling windows. The Estimator will work with customers at different locations, building relationships and managing clients. Projects typically last 8-12 weeks, with some as short as 6 weeks. The Estimator will occasionally work on Saturdays and collaborate with engineers and the production team to ensure timely material arrivals. For questions or to apply can contact Christopher Davis 330 - 842 - 1023 or by email at chridavi @actalentservices .com Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $48.00 • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Akron,OH. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 24, 2024. 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.