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Summary The Project Estimator prepares estimates for material, labour, services, and outsourced functions of a project. Reading of contract bids, drawings, and technical specifications, compiling data for a total estimated cost of a specific opportunity. Working with a variety of internal and external customers, the estimator will create a detailed bid list of all parts required in each project. Strong understanding of plate and structural fabrication, welding and finishing is required. Primary Responsibility Review project instructions, drawings, and specifications to identify, modify and plan requirements for fabrication, machining, and assembly. Consult with internal departments. Preform detailed take offs of customer supplier GAs Discuss changes in design, method of manufacture and assembly. Evaluate drawing designs by measuring drawing dimensions and comparing them with specifications, using engineering skills. Coordinate with customers, ensuring clear expectations of project scope to bid on and required delivery timelines Produce master estimate file for review Determine the processes to produce parts Communicating with external suppliers, gathering pricing and lead time information Develop and produce additional supporting documentation as required. Qualifications Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or relevant Fabrication trades certificate Minimum of 10 years of technical experience in a steel manufacturing environment Strong organization skills with ability to manage competing priorities Understanding of lean manufacturing principles Strong database knowledge desirable, Working knowledge of ERP systems Excellent English communication skills verbal and written Work in a dynamic, fast-paced, custom product environment Computer Software: 3D CAD Proficient in Catia, SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor 2D CAD Proficient in AutoCAD or equivalent MS Office Proficient in MS Excel Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology Core Competencies Engineering expertise Time management, planning and organizing Creative and innovative thinking Development and continual learning Problem solving Research and analysis, mathematical reasoning Decision making and judgement Communication Teamwork Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; Typical work day is in an office and manufacturing environment, the noise level in the work environment is moderate.