Estimator- Digistal
3 days ago
**Key Responsibilities**:
- **Cost Estimation**:
- Analyze project requirements from customer briefs, artwork, or technical drawings.
- Calculate costs for materials, labor, equipment usage, and additional services.
- Prepare detailed and accurate estimates for digital and offset printing jobs, fabrication projects, and event-related services.
- **Quotations**:
- Provide clear, well-structured quotes to sales and account management teams.
- Ensure pricing is competitive while maintaining profitability.
- **Material Analysis**:
- Research and select appropriate materials and suppliers based on project specifications.
- Maintain a database of current material and service costs.
- **Collaboration**:
- Work closely with the sales, production, and design teams to understand project scope and deliverables.
- Communicate directly with vendors and suppliers for pricing and availability.
- **Project Planning Support**:
- Assist in defining timelines, production schedules, and resource allocation based on estimates.
- Identify potential challenges in production or execution and propose solutions.
- **Market Trends and Cost Analysis**:
- Monitor industry trends, costs of raw materials, and market demands to refine estimation accuracy.
- Regularly update pricing models to reflect changes in costs and market conditions.
- **Documentation and Reporting**:
- Maintain accurate records of all estimates, quotes, and revisions for future reference.
- Generate reports on estimation accuracy, project profitability, and cost trends.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for digital printing, offset printing, and fabrication projects.
- Analyze customer briefs and technical specifications to determine project requirements.
- Calculate material costs, labor, production time, and other project expenses.
- Collaborate with sales, production, and design teams to ensure seamless project execution.
- Research suppliers and vendors for materials and maintain up-to-date pricing.
- Provide timely and clear quotations to the sales team.
- Monitor industry trends to optimize cost models and maintain competitive pricing.