Estimator

tindall; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401k plan with company match

Job summary

Tindall Corporation, a leading precast concrete manufacturer, seeks a cost estimator to analyze contracts and determine precast scope and costs. You will perform takeoffs, build Excel-based cost estimates, and collaborate with sales and engineering teams on bids.

The role requires 1–3 years of related experience and an Associate degree or equivalent. On-site work with a safety-focused team and opportunities for growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Education: Associates Degree (2 year) or an equivalent combination of experience/training is needed.
• Experience: 1 to 3 (+) years of related experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes contract documents, plans, specifications and proposals to determine precast scope and related costs.
• Reviews contract documents to determine precast scope of work for projects like parking garages, schools, and other facilities.
• Performs accurate takeoffs of precast components.
• Utilizes Excel spreadsheets to determine plant, freight, and field operation costs.
• Prepares estimates for management, sales, planning, engineering, and field operations.
• Interacts with clients, vendors and sales personnel to discuss estimates and resolve issues.

Skills

Cost estimation

Takeoffs

3-D visualization

Education

Associates Degree (2 year) or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are Engineered to Serve.

Tindall Corporation is a leading Precast Concrete Manufacturer, with locations throughout the southeastern U.S. Our mission is to support our customers, create remarkable structures, and deliver never-before-seen solutions every step of the way .

Our employees enjoy benefits including:

• Low Cost Employee Health plan, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Fully-paid Basic Life, Voluntary Life, Whole Life, Accident, Hospitalization, Critical Illness, EAP and a 401k Plan with Company Match & Profit Sharing.

Summary of Primary Functions :

Analyzes contract documents, plans, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to determine costs associated with precast concrete scope by performing essential duties as listed below.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• All employees are required to follow all Safety and Quality rules and processes to ensure a safe working environment, and the production of high-quality products.
• Reviews contract documents to determine precast scope of work. Types of projects would normally include parking garages, warehouses, schools, jails, prisons or other facilities requiring innovative concrete products.
• Perform accurate takeoff of precast components.
• Utilize Excel spreadsheets to determine plant, freight, and field operations costs associated with the project.
• Prepares estimates to be used by management, sales, planning, engineering, and field operations in scheduling work, preparing bids; consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues as requested by Sales personnel.
• Completes duties and responsibilities in the appropriate time frame with minimal supervision.
• Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost date of effect cost reductions.
• Interfaces with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment to cost estimates.
• Visualizes and/or creates 3-D precast concept from 2-D contract drawings.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.
• Understands engineering concepts regarding general structural concepts, connections, component limitations, and constructability.
• Has daily contact with fellow employees in other units of the company, top management, customers and vendors/suppliers.

Job Specifications or Qualifications:

• Education : Associates Degree (2 year) or an equivalent combination of experience/training is needed.
• Experience : 1 to 3 (+) years of related experience is required.
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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.