Critical Infrastructure Bid Estimator & Pricing Strategist

CORE & MAIN LP; Indiana (PA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Core & Main LP seeks a pricing professional to develop strategic pricing objectives that support resilience across critical infrastructure sectors such as energy, transportation, water, and telecommunications. You will provide analytical, regulatory-compliant pricing expertise, review RFQs, and help the proposal team craft accurate estimates prioritizing continuity and public safety.

The role involves gathering data, analyzing profitability, and monitoring competitor pricing to enhance pricing

Qualifications

• 5 years prior experience in bid preparation, sales, or construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline; BS/BA in related field typically required.
• Generally 5-8 years of related field experience; certification in some areas OR MS/MA with 3-5 years experience.
• Certification is required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Researches plans and specifications to identify requirements, codes, and standards for critical infrastructure systems.
• Evaluates material and construction requirements for reliability and regulatory compliance with local/state/federal regulations.
• Determines if company supplied material meets local/state/federal specifications.
• Determines accurate quantities of products and related materials from construction plans.
• Identifies the type of material necessary for construction of facilities.
• Communicates with material vendors to determine availability and delivery times.
• Communicates with design engineers or owners to clarify unusual material issues via RFI.
• Meets with owners/engineers/architects to assist with design/build concepts.
• Meets with local engineering design teams to discuss value engineering options for bids.
• Interacts with sales team to design successful bid strategies.
• Assists in bid preparation and ensures quotations are timely.
• Tracks and monitors competitor pricing to determine market value of bids.
• Coordinates and reviews work of other estimators or sales staff as a senior employee.
• Conducts continuing education training and mentoring of staff.

Skills

Bid preparation

Pricing strategies

Analytical skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline

MS/MA in related field

Job description

Core & Main LP seeks a pricing professional to develop strategic pricing objectives that support resilience across critical infrastructure sectors such as energy, transportation, water, and telecommunications. You will provide analytical, regulatory-compliant pricing expertise, review RFQs, and help the proposal team craft accurate estimates prioritizing continuity and public safety.

The role involves gathering data, analyzing profitability, and monitoring competitor pricing to enhance pricing