Key Facts

Remote From:

Indiana (USA)

Full time

Junior (1-2 years)

English

Hard Skills

Proposal Development Risk Management AutoCAD Smartsheet

Other Skills

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Technical Acumen
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Microsoft Excel
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Microsoft Outlook
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Detail Oriented
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Multitasking
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Communication
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Collaboration

Roles & Responsibilities

BA/BS or equivalent experience
1-2 years of experience as an Estimator or comparable experience in a project management or sales support role
Technically competent and proficient with various software programs: Excel, Word, Outlook, AutoCAD, Smartsheet
Strong written and oral communication skills

Requirements:

Collaborate with Account Managers to evaluate customer needs and present solutions
Own proposal generation from start to finish, leveraging information provided by Account Managers
Review customer-supplied scopes and create project counts to build material BOM and labor scopes
Facilitate Proposal-to-Project handoff meetings with Project Managers

Storage Solutions - A Jungheinrich Company

About Storage Solutions - A Jungheinrich Company

Storage Solutions - A Jungheinrich Company is comprised of a team of warehouse and automation design experts who collaborate and partner with distribution or fulfillment operations throughout North America and worldwide. We take a holistic approach to address challenges in your warehouse operations, including increasing storage capacity and optimizing inventory slotting for best-in-class picking operations. We also consult on operational challenges through facility design and work closely with our clients to find the right mix of technology, automation, and material handling solutions to suit their needs. The Storage Solutions team has evolved to address challenges in operations at all stages of a project lifecycle. Our commonsense approach means we can develop and design the optimal solution for your needs, whether you’re tasked to start up a new facility, adapt to a change in demand, or relocate your operations. An integral part of successful projects, especially automation-focused projects, is having the right tools to implement and maintain a new system. To meet that need, our in-house project management team can assist with managing permits, safety inspections, logistics, and maintenance. From design to best-in-class installation, our turnkey capabilities offer a single point of contact so you’re able to control and command your project timeline to match your unique needs. Founded in 1978 as a distributor of new and used warehouse equipment, we have seen the supply chain industry change at a rapid pace and have worked with our clients, as well as our suppliers, to adapt alongside it. Whether your project is two thousand square feet or two million, our team is equipped with the right expertise and experience to help you get it done.

Founded: 2018

Company size: 201 - 500

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Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Title: Project Estimator
Department: Warehouse Equipment Implementation
Location: Westfield, IN, Kansas City, MO, Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time

This position will be an integral part of the Warehouse Equipment Implementation team, generating proposals based upon customer needs. This position will work closely with Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and Account Managers during the solutions development phase of the sales cycle.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with Account Managers to evaluate customer needs, design and present the best solution to the customer

· Own proposal generation from start to finish, leveraging information provided by Account Managers to scope projects and supply a formal proposal for customer review

• Reviewing customer-supplied scopes and/or formal Requests for Proposal (RFPs)

• Creating project counts/takeoffs to build material BOM and labor scopes

· Work with third-party vendors and subcontractor partners to solicit price, lead time, and project timeline estimates for the proposal

• Work with third-party PE partners for preliminary engineering designs to support customer needs for specific locations and scopes

• Facilitate Proposal-to-Project handoff meetings with Project Managers, reviewing proposal scope, customer deliverables, budget, and risks

· Collaborate with internal drafting and design team to create (and update, as needed) design drawings to support proposals

· Support project management team with Sales Order Form generation and submission to Project Coordinator team for material-only orders

· Support Implementation team by maintaining internal reporting and budgeting tools:

o Vendor lead time updates and Vendor Portal information

o Vendor quick-ship inventories and updates

o Internal estimator tool updates

o Internal budget pricing tool updates

o Maintain Vendor-specific documents and folders

· Perform risk management to minimize project risks

· Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors

• Adhere to company proposal processes, including using the latest tools and formatting standards

• Participate in internal projects as required

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Highly detail-oriented, ability to manage critical deadlines

• Ability to multitask effectively & prioritize & execute tasks

• Experience in working both independently and in a team-oriented,

collaborative environment is essential

• Ability to work through solution design and vendor pricing with internal and external partners

• Technically competent and proficient with various software

programs: Excel, Word, Outlook, AutoCAD, Smartsheet

• Strong written and oral communication skills: In-person meetings, email,

phone calls

• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies

• Strong technical aptitude – highly knowledgeable of industry systems

including complex integrated systems and components

• BA/BS or equivalent experience

• 1-2 years of experience as an Estimator, or comparable experience in a project management or sales support role

PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES

• Fast-Paced Multi-Tasker

• Attention to Details

• Strong work ethic

• Ability to follow through with tasks given by colleagues and meet deadlines

WORK CONDITIONS

Office-oriented position
8:30-5:00 M-F standard work schedule
Overtime work will be required periodically

Why work for Storage Solutions?

At Storage Solutions, our greatest asset is our people. We have built a team of passionate intralogistics experts who collaborate and partner with distribution and fulfillment operations across North America and worldwide. We believe in providing tailored solutions for every square foot of an operation, and behind these solutions is a carefully selected team that shares our vision, culture, and core values.

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. When you join us, you become part of a family that values your growth, well-being, and contributions. Together, we innovate, solve challenges, and celebrate successes.

Additional Benefits