Estimator Strategic Accounts

Estimator-Strategic AccountsFlow Control Group (FCG) is a leading solutions provider focused on technically oriented products and services for the flow control fluid handling and process and industrial automation sectors with 170 locations throughout North America. FCGs distribution and technical expertise serve an essential function in the movement of mission-critical components to a diverse array of end markets by utilizing a unique model with over 100 distribution (brand) companies 3000 suppliers and 75000 customers and with over 3000 employees across North America and Puerto Rico. FCG has completed more than 85 acquisitions since 2015 and today represents one of the largest and fastest-growing organizations in the industrial distribution and service provider space. FCG provides a unique atmosphere facilitating high-level collaborations by connecting like-minded professionals through our technology and operating group networks. Lastly FCGs equity partner KKR a leading global investment firm is focused on employee engagement as a key driver in building stronger businesses. The cornerstone of their business model has been to allow all employees to take part in the benefits of ownership by granting them the opportunity to participate in the equity return alongside KKR. Beyond sharing ownership KKR also supports employee engagement by investing in training across multiple functional areas and by partnering with the workforce to give back to the OverviewFlow Control Group is seeking a highly analytical and collaborative Estimator to join our team. This vital role requires a dynamic professional who possesses a comprehensive technical understanding of all brands and technology groups owned by Flow Control Group with a sharp focus on translating complex customer requirements into highly accurate and competitive technical an Estimator you will serve as the primary engine for our front-end bidding process across the FCG ecosystem. You will work closely with brand leadership engineering teams and external vendors to evaluate inquiries size and select equipment and build robust commercial bids. On a daily basis you will collaborate with Project Managers Inside Sales Representatives and Strategic Account Managers to take complex technical RFQs from initial receipt through precise costing margin analysis and final proposal ResponsibilitiesCross-Brand Solutions: Maintain an in-depth comprehensive knowledge of all FCG brands products and technology groups to identify cross-brand integration opportunities and package holistic flow control solutions in & Brand Relations: Collaborate with internal brand manufacturing units and external partners to obtain competitive pricing and accurate lead -End Alignment: Partner daily with Inside Sales Representatives Project Managers and Strategic Account Managers to evaluate Request for Quote (RFQ) packages review engineering specifications and align on bidding strategies for high-value -off Coordination: Lead seamless transition meetings to hand off successfully won bids to the Project Management team ensuring all cost assumptions scopes of work and technical details are clearly Sheet & P&ID Analysis: Review customer technical drawings datasheets P&IDs and complex engineering specifications to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer Selection: Sizing and selecting appropriate flow control technologies (valves actuators pumps instrumentation) to meet specific application Assembly: Develop highly detailed structured cost estimates encompassing equipment engineering labor testing packaging and Proposals: Draft comprehensive commercial and technical proposals that clearly outline the scope of supply technical clarifications deviations and commercial Protection: Apply strategic pricing methodologies to protect and optimize gross margins while ensuring bid competitiveness in the Mitigation: Identify potential technical or commercial risks within RFQs (such as penalizing clauses or non-standard testing requirements) and incorporate appropriate contingency costs or legal deviations into the & SkillsExperience: 5 years of experience in technical estimating application engineering or inside sales within the industrial flow control fluid handling valve automation or instrumentation industry is strictly : Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Chemical Engineering Industrial Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent specialized industry experience).Technical Expertise: Strong working knowledge of various flow control technologies equipment and industry applications. Familiarity with sizing software and the specific product lines served by Flow Control Group brands is highly & Standards: Ability to read and interpret complex engineering bid packages drawings P&IDs and international industry standards (API ASME ANSI ISA).Collaboration & Communication: Outstanding communication skills with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams external vendors and clients under tight bidding & Detail-Oriented: Highly organized with an exceptional eye for detail ensuring zero-error calculations in cost sheets pricing models and technical compliance We OfferCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (Medical Dental Vision 401k etc.).Opportunities for career advancement within a rapidly growing industry-leading organization.A collaborative and innovative work environment with exposure to a wide variety of engineering technologies and market Control Group is an Equal Opportunity EmployerEmbody the FCG Core ValuesEntrepreneurship - We are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and an ownership mindset inspiring us to take responsibility for outcomes and being empowered to make the decisions that will lead to those believe in the power of people with amazing ideas tireless energy unstoppable drive unrelenting grit and a desire to improve our - We have the confidence to take on the hardest problems yet we are rooted in a genuine sense of humility. We endeavor to earn trust every day by being honest in our dealings and acting with integrity regardless of how hard the challenge. We speak with candor and always strive to be better - We nurture and celebrate a culture that embraces diverse points of views backgrounds and experiences. We know that a workplace which cultivates a sense of inclusion and respect will develop the most talented and capable - We aspire to be connected for life with our customers and suppliers and we embrace the responsibility that comes with that. We know they lean on us for essential vital and mission-critical solutions. We pride ourselves on continuous value-creation for our - While we are many companies we are one team. We work together to drive results and achieve greatness. We encourage calculated risk-taking and the courage to overcome challenges that others shy away - We create opportunities and solve problems withinnovative engineered solutions and services. We believe in continuously learning and exploring the unknown to find solutions. We encourage thinking that challenges constraints and promotes resourcefulness.