Estimator

Cantera Concrete Company; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional construction firm is looking for an Estimator responsible for preparing and submitting accurate project quotes to ensure efficiency and profitability. Candidates should possess strong leadership and organizational skills, and have a broad understanding of the concrete construction industry. A minimum of four years of construction experience and two years of concrete experience is required, along with OSHA 10, CPR, and First Aid certifications. Travel may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Four years of construction experience required, no formal education necessary.
• Two years of concrete experience preferred.
• OSHA 10, CPR, and First Aid certifications needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit project quotes for profitability and safety.
• Identify and quantify construction elements for proposals.
• Develop relationships with clients for ongoing jobs.
• Monitor project costs including labor and materials.
• Assist Project Managers with cost estimates for change orders.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Time management

Mathematical skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Bluebeam

Job description

Estimator

The Estimator is responsible for preparing and submitting quotes on the project(s) assigned to achieve safe, quality, and profitable projects completed in a timely manner. This position must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as have strong communication and client service skills.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety

• Promotes Cantera’s culture of “Safety First”
• Communicates with Safety Professionals to ensure a safe workplace
• Proactively identifies and halts unsafe work practices, and promptly reports them to management to ensure a safe work environment

Operational

• Identifies and quantifies construction elements
• Participate in the job turnover processes with other members of the Cantera leadership team
• Develops client relationships for current and future jobs
• Monitor costs, including labor and time
• Participates in bid reviews with other estimators as necessary
• Assess risk possibilities associated with projects
• Prepare proposals and acquire bid bonds
• Prepare job cost budget
• Prepare quantity takeoffs and estimates in a timely manner
• Assist Project Managers with pricing of change orders
• Other duties as assigned

JOB SKILLS & ABILITIES GUIDELINES

• Broad understanding of the concrete construction industry
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Bluebeam
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, both internally and externally
• Functions effectively as part of a team
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Able to engage in a variety of tasks, and consistently meet deadlines
• Able to perform duties independently
• Strong mathematical skills
• Strong attention to detail

QUALIFICATIONS

Work Experience

• Four (4) years of Construction Experience with no formal education required
• Two (2) years Concrete Experience

Certifications

• OSHA 10 Certified
• CPR Certified
• First Aid Certified

WORK CONDITIONS AND HOURS

Conditions and hours

• Requires overtime hours
• Must be comfortable with travel on an as needed basis