Estimator and Sales

A leading manufacturer serving the offshore energy industry is seeking an Estimator / Proposal Engineer to join its growing sales and estimating team.

This role is responsible for developing detailed project estimates, preparing customer proposals, reviewing project specifications, and supporting the sales process from RFQ through bid submission. The ideal candidate will have experience developing material and labor cost estimates, obtaining vendor pricing, and preparing competitive proposals within a manufacturing, fabrication, steel, industrial, or project-based environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator or project professional looking to join an established company with long-term growth potential.

Key Responsibilities Develop detailed project estimates, including material costs, labor hours, fabrication costs, manufacturing expenses, rental equipment, and profit margin analysis

Review RFQs, drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to develop accurate pricing

Obtain pricing and quotations from vendors and suppliers

Prepare competitive proposals, quotations, and bid packages for customer submission

Collaborate with engineering, procurement, operations, and sales teams to gather cost data and develop estimates

Analyze labor requirements, production costs, and material usage to ensure accurate project costing

Track and maintain historical cost data to improve estimating accuracy

Communicate with customers regarding RFQs, clarifications, and project requirements

Identify opportunities to improve estimating processes and project profitability

Ensure timely submission of bids and quotations

Maintain proposal documentation, bid logs, and sales activity reports

Qualifications 5+ years of experience in estimating, costing, budgeting, proposal development, project management, or related functions

Proven experience estimating both material and labor costs in a manufacturing, fabrication, steel, industrial, oil & gas, or project-based environment

Strong understanding of project costing, labor calculations, and pricing strategies

Ability to read drawings, specifications, and technical documentation

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications Experience with offshore, subsea, marine, or energy-related projects

Knowledge of manufacturing processes and fabrication costs

Experience preparing technical proposals and customer quotations

Familiarity with API, ISO, or other industry standards

Knowledge of structural steel take-offs, carbon steel, or tubing products

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