What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Knoll?
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Knoll, Inc. is a constellation of design-driven brands and people, working together with our clients in person and digitally to create inspired modern interiors. We are part of MillerKnoll, the engine powering the world’s most dynamic design brands. Our internationally recognized portfolio includes furniture, textiles, leathers, lighting, accessories, and architectural and acoustical elements. Our brands — Knoll Office, KnollStudio, KnollTextiles, KnollExtra, Spinneybeck | FilzFelt, Edelman Leather, HOLLY HUNT, DatesWeiser, Muuto, and Fully — reflect our commitment to modern design that meets the diverse requirements of high-performance workplaces, work from home settings and luxury residential interiors. A recipient of the National Design Award for Corporate and Institutional Achievement from the Smithsonian's Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum, we can help organizations achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), Living Building Challenge and WELL Building workplace certifications. To learn more about our initiatives to support more inclusive and diverse communities, visit Knoll.com/Community.
SPINNEYBECK | FILZFELT
Spinneybeck | FilzFelt is a specialty business of Knoll, a global office furnishings manufacturer committed to design excellence. Knoll is recognized internationally for creating workplace furnishings that inspire, evolve and endure. Spinneybeck is the world’s leading supplier of luxurious, full grain, aniline dyed Italian leather for upholstery, aircraft interiors and architectural applications. FilzFelt’s product line includes acoustic products, drapery, floor coverings, hanging panels and wall panels made from German-milled 100% Wool Design Felt. Our global headquarters facility is located in Getzville, New York. To learn more about Spinneybeck | FilzFelt please visit our websites www.spinneybeck.com | www.filzfelt.com.
POSITION PROFILE
Prepares cost estimates by analyzing proposals and requirements.
- Prepares work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
- Identifies labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
- Computes costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements.
- Resolves discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
- Presents prepared estimate by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information.
- Maintains cost data base by entering and backing up data.
- Maintains technical knowledge by attending training sessions on current and new product; participates in the development of new products.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Required Skills
- Bachelor of Science or Associate's Degree
- 5 – 10 years of experience
- Trained and well educated in the field of interior design and architectural products.
Required Experience
- Analyzing Information
- Estimating
- Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Attention to Detail
- Verbal, written communication
- strong organizational skills
Who We Hire
Simply put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.