Metal Fabrication Estimator

 

Recruiter:

Keystone Project Recruitment

Job Ref:

JHB001504/JHD

Date posted:

Wednesday, July 14, 2021

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa


SUMMARY:
Metal Fabrication Estimator (Contract)

POSITION INFO:

Job Summary:
Prepare metal work fabrication costing by analyzing RFQs / requests (from customers and internally) for quoting requirements and technical drawings. Understanding and interpretation of production specifications.

Tasks and Responsibilities will include:

  • Compute costs by identifying materials, purchased items, fabrication processes and time requirements using Pastel Evolution Software, Sigma nest and AutoCAD and established costing tables per technical drawing specifications, and related documents.
  • Work with Purchasing Department to solicit and collect material costs.
  • Work with Engineering Department to identify optimal material utilization and fabrication methods.
  • Work with Production Department to establish fabrication rates and options for fabrication methods.
  • Maintain metrics related to quality and timeliness of estimates supplied to customers and win / loss ratio of estimates submitted.
  • Review and recommend updates to work centre rates and rate tables.
  • Regularly review Job Costings to establish accuracy of estimates and estimating process.
  • Solicit feedback from Production to improve estimating accuracy.
  • Prepare special reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing information and trends.
  • Contribute to team effort by performing duties within the Estimating Department and other Departments, including Production, as needed.
Competency Requirements:
  • Extensive Technical drawings reading and the ability to interpret and analyze specifications and tolerances.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Basic drawing skills/abilities
  • Communication skills to interact with Customers, Suppliers, and co-workers.
  • Knowledge of the metal fabrication process.
Education and or Experience:
  • Five years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Cultural Requirement:
  • Demonstrate ethical behaviour.
  • Value team accomplishments over personal/individual accomplishments.
  • Continually drive improvement.
  • Well organized with excellent time management skills.
  • Communicate effectively with peers, superiors, and subordinates.
  • Desire additional responsibility and leadership.
  • Self-directed, self-reliant, and resourceful.
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Provide a positive influence on employee morale.
  • Demonstrate ownership and accountability for the goals of the organization.


 

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