Sr. Manager of Estimation
On-site · Atlanta, Georgia, United States or Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Sr. Manager of Estimation responsible for leading KPI Solutions’ Estimation team and delivering accurate, competitive cost proposals for material handling, automation, and systems integration projects. Key duties include mentoring estimators, driving KPI-targeted performance, preparing detailed cost estimates from concept through bid, interpreting client requirements and design criteria, collaborating with Consulting, Solutions, and Engineering teams, supporting bid strategy and pricing with Sales, maintaining estimation tools and processes, validating subcontractor/vendor quotes, and incorporating lessons learned from post-project reviews to improve estimate quality and margins. Requires ability to read engineering drawings and technical specs, strong cross-functional collaboration, excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders up to C-suite, and travel up to 25%. Education and experience emphasize a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in project estimation within relevant environments; proficient software skills (Excel; AutoCAD; ERP/estimating software) are a plus.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience in Supply Chain or MHE systems integration
- Five or more years of experience in project estimation within a material handling, systems integration, or distribution/fulfillment environment
- Experience estimating material handling applications including conveyors, sorters, storage systems, AGVs, robotics, and controls
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to communicate estimates and pricing using well-organized written reports and presentations
- Advanced user of Excel; proficiency in AutoCAD, PowerPoint, and ERP/estimating software is a plus
- Ability to travel up to 25%
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