Estimator

Central Processing; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid Short-term & Long-term disability

401(k) match

8 Paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Referral rewards program

Wellness program with rewards

Flexible Savings Options

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Life Insurance

$200 Boot Allowance

Safety-focused: GUARD for Life

Voluntary critical illness & accident

Optional Uniform Program

Job summary

County Materials Family of Companies seeks an Estimator to join County Prestress in Westmont, IL. You will estimate concrete material types and quantities, prepare cost estimates per guidelines, write proposals, and submit bids while collaborating with stakeholders to meet project goals.

Responsibilities include quantity take-offs, bid evaluation, and coordinating with project managers, engineers, architects, and clients to align estimates with budgets.

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in commercial concrete estimating or related role in heavy industrial manufacturing.
• Preferred experience in precast and prestress.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Strong understanding of concrete construction methods, materials, and costs.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Collaborative team player with all levels of the business.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Word, Excel, Bluebeam, and internet-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project plans, specifications, and other documentation to prepare detailed cost estimates for concrete projects and/or services.
• Maintain files and communication with stakeholders, teams, and customers.
• Perform quantity take-offs for concrete materials and labor.
• Solicit and evaluate bids from suppliers and subcontractors for competitive pricing.
• Work with project managers, engineers, architects, and clients to align estimates with budgets.
• Maintain changes to original requests in a timely and efficient manner.
• Recommend cost-saving or profitable improvements.
• Develop updated costs for current jobs under contract.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and suggest cost-effective alternatives.

Skills

Cost estimation

Budgeting

Data literacy

Project planning

Process management

Project risk management

Value engineering

Communication

Collaboration

Judgment & decision-making

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Bluebeam

Internet-based applications

Job description

The County Materials Family of Companies manufactures and delivers concrete construction products to meet the demand for growing communities. Since 1946, we've relied on our talented and dedicated team members to provide reliable products with personalized service.

We're hiring an Estimator to join County Prestress in Westmont, IL.

Job Summary:

The Estimator will be responsible for estimating duties, which include recording precast concrete material types and quantities, preparing accurate cost estimates based upon company standards and guidelines, writing proposals and qualifications that are job-specific, and submitting cost estimates for bidding while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure project goals are met.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Analyze project plans, specifications, and other documentation to prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for concrete construction projects and/or services.
• Maintain files and communication with stakeholders, teams, and customers.
• Perform quantity take-offs for concrete materials and labor, ensuring all necessary components are accounted for in the estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate bids from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing and accuracy of estimates.
• Work closely with project managers, engineers, architects, and clients to align estimates with project goals and budgets. Maintain changes to original requests in a timely and efficient manner.
• Recommend ways to make a product more cost-effective or profitable.
• Develop updated costs for current jobs under contract.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and suggest cost-effective alternatives to enhance project efficiency.

COUNTY Core Competencies:

The expected behaviors of all COUNTY team members that align with Our Values and Our Commitments:

• Integrity & Organizational Awareness
• Customer First Focus
• Results Driven Orientation
• Teamwork, Safety & Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Creativity & Innovation

Job-Based Competencies:

• Cost Estimation
• Budgeting
• Data LiteracyProject Planning & Scope Management
• Process Management
• Project Risk Management
• Value Engineering
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Judgment and Decision -Making
• Change Management

Experience & Qualifications:

• 4-year college degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Minimum of 2-3years' experiencein commercial concrete estimating or a related role in heavy industrialmanufacturing. Preferredproject and industry-relatedexperienceinprecastandprestress.
• Knowledge of how to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Strong understanding of concrete construction methods, materials, and costs.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skillsand a collaborative teamplayerwith all levels of the business.
• ProficiencyinMS Office, Word, Excel, Bluebeam, andinternet-basedapplications

Work Environment:

• Work is typically performed indoors.
• Exposure may include:
• Sittingfrequently
• Carrying/Lifting 10 - 40 Pounds rarely
• Standing / Walking
• Typical work hours/shifts: Standard business hours

Physical & Work Expectations:

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, or handling materials/equipment.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, crawling, or lifting/moving up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to concentrate, follow detailed instructions, communicate effectively, and safely perform job duties.
• May require the operation of specific tools, equipment, or vehicles associated with the position.

The County Materials Family of Companies connects candidates with rewarding careers in concrete manufacturing, an industry that’s growing faster than most. We work alongside individuals to leverage their skills and align them with diverse job opportunities in production, transportation, safety, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, risk management, and more.

Military service members and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Benefits Overview:

Central Processing Corporation is the payroll and benefit service of the County Materials Family of Companies.

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Short-term & Long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• 8 Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Referral rewards program
• Wellness program with rewards
• Flexible Savings Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Life Insurance
• $200 Boot Allowance
• Safety focused: GUARD for Life
• Voluntary critical illness & accident insurance
• Optional Uniform Program

English: https://hub.countymaterials.com/hubfs/Benefits.pdf

Spanish: https://hub.countymaterials.com/hubfs/Benefits-Spanish.pdf

County Materials Family of Companies is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all new hires.