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Estimator - Trade Shows

$71k - $85k

Derse

Estimator Position

Derse is a complete face-to-face marketing agency and exhibit builder. We bring a smarter approach to building client sales while managing their trade show, marketing environments and event programs. Our teams are made up of smart and forward-thinking people who bring experiential marketing solutions to life!

We believe in committing to a long-term investment in your career with a total rewards package including:

  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
  • A bright and energetic culture where your ideas are valued
  • 75+ years of financial stability

Derse employs nearly 600 people in marketing, program management, creative & skilled production, and corporate support. Locations include Milwaukee, Chicago, Las Vegas, Dallas, Pittsburgh, and various communities in Poland & Germany. Visit our website derse.com to learn more!

As an Estimator supporting our Dallas area division, you'll prepare quotes and budgetary guidelines. The Estimator also collaborates with the creative team to perform ballpark estimates on creative design. This position is an important role within the Estimating Department, and comes with unique and exciting challenges. Read through and apply if this sounds like the opportunity for you!

Estimator Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with design team and perform ballpark estimates to aid creative with concept development budgets
  • Use established estimating templates, corporate operations yearly set rates and mark-up and Master Service Agreement (MSA) client specific set rates and mark-ups as communicated
  • Daily review online estimate schedule / calendar, meet established estimate due dates, update estimate schedule / calendar
  • Participate in put – to – detail meetings
  • Maintain estimating records per Derse policy and procedures including but not limited to standardized physical files and all digital documentation placed in the appropriate client folders on the network
  • Use preferred vendor program
  • Prepares Quote proposals based on; Labor, material, and subcontracted costs. The intended use of the quoted items are:
    • Tradeshows
    • Marketing Environments
    • Events (architectural elements)
    • Regional Programs
  • Prepare Budgetary Guideline proposals based on; Labor, material subcontracted costs, as well as published Exhibitor Service Manual information. The intended use of Budgetary Guides are:
    • Show Services / Transportation / I&D
    • Production service work

Requirements

Estimator Requirements and Qualifications

  • Bachelors or Associate degree and / or 5+ more years of relevant experience
  • Experience working within live event & trade show industry preferred
  • Ability to read & accurately interpret sketches and blueprints
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Word & Excel

Salary and Benefits Information

  • Salary Range: $71,000.00 to $85,000.00 Annually.
  • Benefits at Derse include; Medical (HRA & HSA), Dental & Vision Insurance, FSA, Employer-paid Life Insurance, 401k Profit Sharing, 3-weeks of Vacation and more.

This position must reside within the Waukegan area office.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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