Estimator

Milestone-3; Maple Ridge (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Milestone Contractors, a privately held civil construction firm based in Indianapolis, seeks an experienced Estimator to generate quotes and develop new business opportunities across assigned markets.

You will analyze blueprints, specifications and other docs to prepare accurate estimates, compute cost factors, and prepare budgets and schedules while ensuring compliance with regulations and company standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 3+ years in Heavy Highway/Civil/Asphalt Paving/Bridge construction or related field preferred.
• PE license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Generates and develops quotes.
• Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals and other documentation to prepare quotes/estimates.
• Computes various cost factors.
• Prepares budgets and schedules for work.
• Sets up jobs in job costing.
• Generates purchase orders and subcontractor agreements.
• Reviews billings, prepares change orders and job cost reports.
• Communicates with internal/external customers.
• Provides highest levels of customer service.
• Makes presentations to large and small groups.
• Promotes and maintains safe work environment.

Skills

Communication Proficiency

Customer/Client Focus

Diversity and Inclusion

Results Driven

Stress Management/Composure

Teamwork Orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Job description

Build Your Career at Milestone Contractors!The Estimator generates estimates and new business opportunities within assigned marketsEssential FunctionsGenerates and develops quotesAnalyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals and other documentation to prepare quotes/estimatesComputes various cost factorsPrepares budgets and schedules for workEnsures all estimates meet or exceed company and customer’s expectations, as well as regulatory requirementsDevelops beneficial business relationshipsDevelops good working relationships with vendors, subcontractors, clients and INDOT personnelDevelops a network and contacts within the communityPerforms day-to-day estimating tasksSets up jobs in job costingGenerates purchase orders and subcontractor agreementsReviews billings, prepares change orders and job cost reportsCommunicates with internal/external customersAnswers inquiries via phone, email or in-personProvides highest levels of customer serviceMakes presentations to large and small groupsTranslates technical information into easily understood languagePromotes and maintains safe work environmentExhibits safe work behaviorsWears all prescribed PPEAdditional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.Education QualificationsRequired Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction management or related fieldExperience QualificationsRequired 3+ years in Heavy Highway/Civil/Asphalt Paving/Bridge construction or related field preferredSkills and AbilitiesCommunication ProficiencyCustomer/Client FocusDiversity and InclusionResults DrivenStress Management/ComposureTeamwork OrientationLicenses and CertificationsPE license is preferred PreferredDrivers License is required RequiredWorking Conditions/Physical DemandsClerical office environmentIndoor lab conditions that include standard office equipment such as computers, photocopier, phone, filing cabinets, fax machines, cubiclesSits at a desk regularlyLooks at a computer screen 8 hours a dayPerforms data entry, alpha and 10-key numeric, on a keyboardUses copy/fax to scan documentsDrives a motor vehicleMay lift or move up to 10lbsRegular travel to job sites, customer sites, and corporate offices around the state is required; mostly day trips, but some overnight travel may be requiredAbout Milestone ContractorsMilestone Contractors is a privately held, family-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis. Milestone Contractors is a fully integrated heavy construction company specializing in highway, bridge, asphalt and concrete paving and site development. Over its 30-year history, Milestone has built a reputation for prioritizing safety, quality, people and innovation. Milestone Contractors is a part of The Heritage Group's family of companies. Learn more at https://www.milestonelp.com/All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.#MilestoneContractorsLP