Sr. Estimator

Ducommun is a global provider of manufacturing and engineering services, developing innovative electronic, engineered and structural solutions for complex applications in aerospace, defense and industrial markets. Our full-service collaborative approach, broad capabilities and value-added services like new product introduction, supply chain strategies and program management deliver value for our customers and innovative solutions for their complex electronic and structural needs.

Prepare bids for customer requests by calculating both material and labor costs and evaluating the entire customer package.

• Review specifications, drawings, verbal instructions, and interpret for material and labor requirements
• Formulate preliminary Bid/No-Bid recommendations
• Develop material and labor requirements and enter into the bid system database
• Solicit appropriate vendors for material pricing; negotiate prices as necessary
• Combine labor and material estimates from vendors and/or internal sources and prepare preliminary quotation
• Review quotes for accuracy, possibly including quotes from other department staff, and forward for further approval
• Submit quotes of value up to the limits set by department manual
• Coordinate bid efforts with appropriate managers and other departments when necessary
• Adhere to General Requirements of Team Members
• Perform other assignments as required
• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.

• Demonstrated skill in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and specifications
• Planning and organization skills-prioritization, resource allocation, multi-tasking
• Must have intermediate Microsoft Office skills, including e-mail, Word, and Excel
• Intermediate level with Fox Pro and MRPII
• Negotiation and conflict management skills
• Analytical skills to prepare most competitive/profitable proposal
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Thorough working knowledge of manufacturing processes and capabilities; technical knowledge to understand cable fabrication
• Detail-oriented and highly accurate
• Abilities listed in General Requirements of Team Members

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience
• 2-4 years progressive experience performing estimating functions

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

1505 Maiden Lane
Joplin, Missouri, 64801
United States