Estimator - Kawneer

Arconic is currently in search of Construction Project Estimator I to join our Order Pursuit Team in Springdale, AR.

At Arconic, we are looking for people who share our values of integrity, inclusion, and diversity, and who demonstrate agility, results commitment, and the capability to grow themselves and others. In return, we offer the opportunity to Grow Together with ongoing opportunities for professional growth provided by a constantly changing environment, working alongside employees who value the people they work with just as much as the work they do.

The Construction Project Estimator I role is responsible for providing exceptional customer service and drives revenue impact through the management and scheduling of incoming bids/quotes, and ensuring that incoming customer requests for pricing are accurately reviewed and entered into the system. This role is central to ensuring quotes are assigned to the proper estimator, are returned to the customer on time, and also estimates quotes to help the Order Pursuit Team meet revenue numbers.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary Responsibilities

• Monitoring quote box and reviewing and scheduling quote requests as required.
• Prepare material proposals and material take-offs for Kawneer products from customer supplied lists, customer elevations and architectural plans/specifications.
• Interact and work with customers and sales representatives on quote follow-up, order changes, product related issues and customer claims.
• Provide required levels of service to customers where Kawneer is the preferred supplier.
• Coordinate and collaborate with employees and other internal resources on complex projects.
• Develop knowledge of and regularly use Kawneer product portfolio and price book.
• Be a point-of-contact on phone inquiries with expectation of 100% "live call" response and customer assistance without frequently forwarding calls to other front-end employees.
• Will be expected to learn to schedule orders based on standard lead times or Production Control.

Essential Knowledge & Skills/Education:

• Strong written / verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work with customers and sales to formulate successful order pursuit strategies
• Ability to work in a team environment in a professional office setting
• Excellent computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook and Excel. KaluCAD & JD Edwards a plus
• Ability to work 10 hour days on a regular basis throughout the year
• Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to function in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines.

Major Customers:

• Customers in the US Eastern/Central Territories of Kawneer North America
• Vendors
• Front-End Employees
• Field Sales Representatives
• Manufacturing Managers/Supervisors/Leads

Basic Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited educational institution.
• 1 year of experience in a customer service, estimating, or project management related role.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree from an accredited institution
• 1 year of experience in the commercial construction industry

ABOUT ARCONIC

Arconic Corporation (NYSE: ARNC), a Fortune 500 company, is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. We are proud that 77% of our employees are happy working for Arconic and would recommend it as a great place to work and that 80% of our employees would recommend their managers to others.

We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our shareholders.

At Arconic, we:

Act With Integrity.

We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability.

Safeguard our Future.

We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment.

Grow Stronger Together.

We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity.

Earn Customer Loyalty.

We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service.

Drive Operational Excellence.

We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration.

Create Value.

We achieve success by generating and growing value for our shareholders.

Arconic reaffirms its policy to provide equal employment opportunity in recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company-sponsored training, access to facilities, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs, recalls or termination of employment to all employees without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran status, genetic information, sex or age (within statutory limits). Arconic is in compliance with all relevant Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Laws and Regulations.