Estimator – 1st Shift

About the Opportunity:
• Job Title: Estimator
• Pay Rate Range: $65,000.00-$85,000.00/salary
• Location: Cokato, MN
• Schedule: 1st Shift Monday-Friday 7AM-3:30PM
• Position Type: Direct Hire

Requirements and Qualifications:
• 1-2 years would be a benefit but not necessary.
• Basic math and geometry skills, and Familiarity with Excel.
• Comfortable communicating with clients and customers in person, over the phone and written.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, fabrication, or construction processes to support accurate estimating and project planning.
• Ability to analyze designs and visualize how products or systems will be manufactured, assembled, and installed.
• Practical understanding of materials, production methods, fabrication, and assembly practices as they relate to project estimating.
• Understanding of design concepts, manufacturing methods, and how products or systems are built and assembled.
• Must be a match with our fundamental behaviors:
o Put our name on it.
o Sharpen the axe.
o Straight talk.
o Share what we know.
o Make it easy.
o Start with a good attitude.
o Start with the end goal in mind.
o First instinct is to help.

Duties and Responsibilities:
o Quote intake.
o Scope clarification.
o Quote creation.
o Cost estimating.
o Pricing assumptions.
o Margin target support.
o Quote risk identification.
o Quote exclusions and assumptions.
o Quote turnaround.
o Quote-to-production handoff support.
o Quote vs actual review.
• Works closely with:
o Sales Director.
o Pre-Production & Design Lead.
o Material & Logistics Coordinator.
o CFO/Controller.
o Production Manager.

Discover Award Staffing:
At Award Staffing, we believe that work should be more than just a paycheck—it should inspire, empower, and create a sense of purpose. We’re passionate about connecting people through meaningful work that truly fits their skills and aspirations. Voted Minnesota's Top Staffing Agency to work for by the Star Tribune, we partner with companies of all sizes to help you find a role where you can thrive. Our team is here to support you every step of the way. Let’s find the job that’s right for you.

Why Award Staffing:
• Values Matching: We don’t just help you find a job; we connect you with a company that aligns with your values, ensuring it’s the right fit for who you are.
• Professional & Personal Growth: Your growth matters to us. We focus on finding positions that offer opportunities for skill development and personal fulfillment, so you can thrive in every aspect of your life.
• Impact: The work you do should make a difference. We're committed to placing you in roles where you can have a meaningful impact on your life and the community around you.

Benefits:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
*Short Term Disability
*Long Term Disability

AAP/EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Award Staffing Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace/EEO Employer.