Estimator - Synectics : Job Details

Responsibilities :

• Collect project information from architectural plan sets and clients
• Estimate material cost, generate quotes, assist in sourcing pricing for installation, all utilizing proprietary software tools (training provided)
• Gather intelligence on projects to help close opportunities
• Coordinate all aspects of a project sale with clients, project managers, production and others
• Maintain schedules and meet every deadline
• Works closely with the Sales team, generating quotes for architects, general contractors and supporting architects and designers in their process of building spaces which utilize our incredible solutions. The candidate capably manages multiple tasks, is detail-oriented,

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a construction related field
• Fluent in reading interior non-structural architectural drawings and construction plans (partition plan, door schedule, hardware schedule, etc.)
• Full proficiency working with large Excel spreadsheets. Knowledge of VB / macros is a plus.
• Ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to express oneself professionally utilizing both verbal and written communications
• Ability to problem-solve quickly and efficiently
• Ability to produce results under pressure of timelines and customer requirements
• Ability to prioritize and work independently on multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring all deliverables are met in a timely manner while maintaining the highest level of quality
• Experience Required:3+ years experience in construction and / or a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with glazing / dry-wall / general contracting / demountable glass partitions is a plus.
• Possesses a strong business acumen, understands operational excellence, and has a proven track record of estimating in interior construction.

Compensation:

• Attractive, based on experience and performance with high growth potential.
• Base salary + quarterly performance bonuses + year-end bonus
• Health insurance benefits
• Paid time off

Benefits: Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics. Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st. Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification. Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.