Branch Estimator

Paycom; Spanish Fork, Salt Lake City, Ogden (UT, UT, UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Flex Spending

Life Insurance

PTO 120+ hours

Bonus & Retirement Sharing

401(k) & Roth match

Gym reimbursement

Training & skills programs

Safe work environment

Job summary

HD Fowler Company is seeking a full-time Branch Estimator in Utah, preferably in Spanish Fork, Ogden, or Salt Lake City. You will independently prepare takeoffs, coordinate bids with the sales team, and manage the bid process with engineers and vendors to ensure accurate estimates.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years’ experience estimating for waterworks, strong math and computer skills, and the ability to read plans and elevations.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience as a waterworks estimator for HD Fowler or in a related field.
• Strong math and computer skills with attention to detail.
• Able to read blueprints including plan & profile views, elevations, topographical, etc.

Responsibilities

• Independently complete accurate takeoffs with specifications and pricing.
• Identify and qualify upcoming bids and coordinate with sales to design bid strategies.
• Follow up on bids and assist with job tracking and updating bid board.
• Prepare detailed and itemized material quantity estimates from plans.
• Collaborate with engineers and vendors on project questions and changes.

Skills

Estimating experience

Math proficiency

Blueprint reading

Communication

Tools

Pricing tools

CAD/Blueprint tools

Job description

Job Location: Spanish Fork, SPF - Spanish Fork, UT 84660 | Position Type: Full Time.

HD Fowler Company is seeking a full-time Branch Estimator. This is an in-branch position with a preference given to candidates located in or willing to relocate to the following Utah branch locations: Spanish Fork, Ogden, or Salt Lake City.

What you will do:

• Independently complete accurate and thorough takeoffs (including specifications, pricing, freight, etc.), meeting deadlines and expectations of both company and customer in terms of both production/output and quality.
• Find, qualify, and coordinate upcoming bids within their market, and proactively communicate with the sales team to design and implement successful bid strategies.
• Thoroughly follow-up on all bids; assist with job tracking, updating bid board with low bidders, and/or coordinating all aspects of the bidding process with other staff, as designated.
• Responsible for completing detailed and itemized material quantity estimates from owner or contractor furnished plan sets.
• Work well with all external parties on all aspects of project bidding, including but not limited to: project clarifications, value-added options and material alternative suggestions, product specifications and changes, etc.
• Procedural and reporting compliance.
• Communicate effectively with consulting engineers regarding project questions and problems, knowing who to appropriately discuss questions or concerns with—sales or engineers.
• Establish a professional and ethical rapport with key customers, vendors, and internal contacts in order to understand the overall market picture and stay aware of work and market conditions.
• Help develop and maintain specification tools and resources for job efficiency and accuracy.
• Act as a company resource for product knowledge, operational expertise, training and mentoring, process improvements, and initiative/goal achievement.

Who we are looking for:

• At least 2 years’ experience as a waterworks estimator for HD Fowler, a direct competitor, and/or in a related field (specific industry experience required), with a proven track record of producing high output of estimating.
• At least 1 year functioning for HD Fowler as Inside Sales or Project Manager, or for external applicants, equivalent relevant project management experience.
• Strong math and computer skills, as well as an eye for detail.
• Has a good understanding of blueprints including plan & profile views, elevations, topographical, etc.
• Able to use discretion in regards to pricing tools and all general decision making.
• Can operate within and prioritize under tight deadlines.
• Able to interact positively with all types of coworkers and customers with effective and professional written and oral communication.
• Able to operate in a high-paced, demanding environment under a variety of conditions.
• Can work overtime on an as-needed basis.
• Able to self-guide work prioritization and completion; work with little to no direct supervision.

What's in it for you:

• Pay Rate: DOE
• Working Hours Primarily Monday - Friday between 7AM-5PM
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Flex Spending Programs for health and dependent care
• $100k Group Life and AD&D Insurance – Premiums paid by the Company!
• Generous Paid Time Off Accrual starting at 120 Hours per year (plus 10 hours at 90 days!)
• Generous Discretionary Bonuses and Retirement Profit Sharing
• Traditional 401(k) & Roth with up to 5% company match
• Gym membership reimbursement up to $50 per month
• Access to wide variety of training and skills programs
• Safe and engaging work environment

Equal Employment Opportunity

HD Fowler is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment free of discrimination and harassment. We respect and embrace the unique backgrounds, talents, and perspectives of all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected characteristics.

We promote a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on results of drug screening, including screening for marijuana.