Estimator

CRH; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Disability benefits

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

APAC-Atlantic, part of CRH’s South Division, is a leader in asphalt production for Coastal Georgia and South Carolina. The Senior Estimator will project material, equipment, and man-hours to prepare budgets and present them to management.

The role requires 5+ years in construction estimating, an engineering degree or equivalent, and proficiency with estimating software. Travel may be required; apply within APAC-Atlantic for a detail-oriented, team-driven professional.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction estimating experience.
• Engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or experience.
• Experience with estimating and bidding software.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and contracts.
• Leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, and organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepares detailed estimates by completing takeoff, using past cost history, and conferring with field personnel.
• Maintains files of working documents and current price information from suppliers.
• Prepare detailed reports and communicate bid details to field personnel on awarded bids.
• Review design options and recommend best solution based on cost and availability of materials.
• Follow all Safety policies and report problems to Estimating Manager or Safety Manager.
• Independently estimates large-sized projects and ensures a safe work environment.

Skills

Estimating software

Team leadership

Blueprint reading

Independent work

Communication skills

Ethics

Education

Engineering degree

Equivalent combinations of training/experience

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

APAC-Atlantic, part of CRH’s South Division, is a leader in the production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, serving the Coastal Georgia and Low Country South Carolina markets for over 70 years. No matter how big or small the paving project is, APAC-Atlantic’s goal on any project is to finish on time and on budget. But most importantly, our goal is to make sure the project uses the right materials and construction methods proven to last. From paving and project management to materials, we have you covered. Are you ready to join the best in the business? At APAC-Atlantic, we’re more than just a team. We’re a family.

APAC-Atlantic is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Participant.

The Senior Estimator position is responsible for using a combination of past experiences and project specifications to accurately project the amount of materials, equipment, and man hours that must be utilized to complete a given project. Based upon these calculations, they create a project budget that is then presented to Management.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties And Functions)

• Prepares detailed estimates by completing takeoff, using past cost history, and conferring with field personnel.
• Maintains files of working documents as a backup for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
• Prepare detailed reports, and information packets and communicate all aspects of the bid to field personnel on awarded bids.
• May review design options and recommend the best solution based on cost, engineering quality of availability of materials.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and the environment. Report any problems to the Estimating Manager, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager
• Minimum supervision provided when estimating items in own discipline.
• Independently estimates a large-sized project.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Regular and timely attendance
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• 5 + years’ of construction estimating experience.
• Engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or experience.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Experience with estimating software
• Demonstrate proficiency with estimating and bidding software.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and contracts.
• Skills needed include leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, and organization.
• Professional ethics, tact, and courtesy in dealing with management, team members, vendors, and internal and external customers.

General Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel as needed.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

APAC-Atlantic, a CRH Company, is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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