As a family-owned business for 75 years, we know the value of personalized service. Ruggles Sign takes this one-to-one concept beyond our local region, bringing excellence and quality made signs to clients across the country and all around the world. We specialize in name changes/rebranding, and offer the latest in design, installation, manufacturing, and maintenance.

Ruggles Sign has a wonderful opportunity for an Estimator at our facility located in Versailles, KY, and we are looking for a creative, motivated, and detailed individual to join our Team!

The job entails the following:

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate will prepare accurate estimates for various sign projects by gathering information and analyzing important metrics. The candidate will have excellent numerical skills and an analytical mindset and must be thorough and apt in managing relationships with key people. This is a critical role for the company, as the Estimator often serves as the initial point of contact for clients and vendors, therefore the role requires strong professional communication skills and technical expertise.

• Receive and track bid and estimate requests for potential projects.

• Understand the project and its requirements.

• Develop estimates and bids for potential projects.

• Complete takeoffs from bid documents

• Research products and materials as necessary.

• Determine key variables for cost and other estimates.

• Conduct research to obtain data on labor costs, materials, production times etc.

• Use software for data analysis, forecasting and budgeting.

• Obtain and review offers and quotes from subcontractors or vendors.

• Create and submit estimate reports or bids to project managers, clients, etc.

• Build relationships with key vendors (i.e. subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, etc.)

• Provide consultation on project planning (i.e. schedules, manpower needs, etc.

• Communicate with project managers, production managers, production staff, and installers to determine costs.

• Communicate with contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and clients as necessary to obtain additional project information and clarify scope of project.

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree

• Proven experience as an estimator or similar position; 2-3 years’ experience is preferred.

• Experience with sign work, graphics, custom fabrication, millwork, exhibit/display, or another related field is also preferred.

• Knowledge of materials and fabrication methods

• Ability to read architectural and engineering drawings and interpret specification documents.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate and negotiate effectively, working directly with clients, contractors, and vendors to win bids, build relationships, and maintain profitability.

• Excellent organizational skills: ability to manage multiple urgent deadlines and track progress on potential project opportunities.

•  Strong attention to detail, with the ability to multi-task

• Strategic, creative, and tactful mindset

• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel)

• Strategic, creative, and tactful mindset

• Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel)

• Vacation

• Holiday Pay

• Health & Dental Insurance