Project Estimator

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

Position Purpose:
Project Estimation at TAIT is a lively, fast paced and sometimes challenging position. In addition to 
developing estimates for potential work, the historical data and general knowledge the role provides is
used throughout the organization to make impactful decisions, often with limited time. As a TAIT 
Estimator you are a key part of a support structure that is heavily relied upon and trusted by many.

The ideal candidate will be or is:

• Emotionally intelligent, able to share ideas and risks with team members from various disciplines
• Inquisitive, always looking to improve their work, grow and share knowledge
• A reliable team player who understands the value of close relationships in a work environment
• Ready to support project teams and initiatives
• Able to stay focused, pays attention to detail
• Able to work in a constantly shifting and busy environment
• Willing to work outside of standard business hours to achieve deadlines as needed

Essential Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Lead the preparation of realistic estimates to support the development and management of projects
• Incorporating feedback from all teams so they can deliver projects within a given budget
• Build a database of past project costs and forecasting tools to inform future bids
• Work closely with Project Management, Design, Finance, Procurement and Production Control on estimates, production estimates (PE), etc.
• Engage Fabrication, Machine and Integration in the estimating process when applicable
• Collaborate with Fabrication teams to monitor progress and examine habits / patterns of various elements during production.
• Navigate ERP software to pull various data for estimation comparisons and TAIT personnel.
• Ability to sensibly produce estimates with appropriate fidelity depending on the requirement and the time available (Nuclear, ROM, Preliminary Estimate, and Bid Estimate)
• Adaptability and flexibility collating and presenting data dependent on bid requirements
• Support other project tasks as assigned, for example a Cost to Complete (CTC)
• Collaborate effectively and efficiently with all members of the Estimating team
• Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required.
• Perform assigned duties according to the policies and expectations prescribed by the company.

To perform this position successfully, each essential responsibility/accountability must be fulfilled 
satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable an individual with disabilities to
perform the responsibilities and accountabilities outlined above. Other duties may be assigned to 
meet business needs.

Management Responsibility

• This role has no management or supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• HS Diploma/ G.E.D equivalent and 4+ years of experience in controls, construction, estimation, bidding or theatrical fabrication
  
  OR
  Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (e.g. theatrical technical direction, construction management, building science, engineering, cost estimation, etc.)
• Ability to visually scale and communicate ideas via drawing and sketches
• Strong proficiency with numbers and mathematics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite of products

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TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.