Estimator

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Located in Bend, OR, OR

Salary: Competitive comp & benefits!

We are partnering with a well-established systems integrator to identify an experienced Estimator to join their growing team here in Bend, OR. This is a great opportunity to step into a high-impact role where you will help drive the project pipeline, improve estimating processes, and contribute to meaningful infrastructure and industrial projects.

What You Get to Do!

The Estimator is responsible for driving the bid and proposal process from initial opportunity identification through final submission. This role ensures accurate, competitive, and strategic cost development while partnering with internal teams, vendors, and customers. You will play a key role in positioning the company for success by managing data, improving estimating processes, and maintaining strong industry relationships.

Bid Management & Strategy

• Manage bid site subscriptions and proactively identify target opportunities
• Engage with vendors and internal teams to route and qualify opportunities
• Conduct go/no-go evaluations to align with business strategy
• Attend bid walks and pre-bid meetings as needed

Proposal Development

• Review and interpret specifications, plans, and bills of materials
• Coordinating with discipline leads to labor and material estimates
• Build and manage electrical bills of materials (BOMs) for costing
• Submit RFIs and manage bid-related communications
• Lead weekly proposal review meetings
• Maintain proposal content libraries and CRM systems
• Utilize AI-based tools to support proposal generation and efficiency

Data & Cost Management

• Compile and analyze RFP and opportunity data pre- and post-bid
• Gathering post-bid feedback from customers to improve competitiveness
• Maintain internal costing databases and templates
• Track and refine costing metrics for continuous improvement

Vendor & Value Engineering

• Identify and evaluate alternative vendors and cost-saving opportunities
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Negotiate and manage vendor programs for pricing advantages

Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and leadership teams
• Drive continuous improvement in estimating processes and tools
• Support marketing and business development initiatives as needed

What You Will Bring…

• Experience in public works estimating, preferably within systems integration or electrical contracting
• Strong ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Experience building cost models, BOMs, and detailed estimates
• Familiarity with CRM systems, proposal tools, and estimating software
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with vendors, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Background in industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems
• Experience in project management or sales support
• Existing network within relevant industries
• Exposure to AI tools or advanced proposal automation platforms 

To Apply: 

For confidential consideration, please submit your resume to natasha.cagle@expresspros.com

 

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