Estimator

Balco, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Balco, Inc. in Wichita, KS is seeking an Estimator to serve as the primary point of contact for bid activity in direct markets. You will evaluate project scope and prepare detailed estimates from inception to final budget approval.

Responsibilities include takeoffs, pricing for custom systems, and collaboration with clients, architects, engineers, and AHJs during bidding. The role emphasizes relationship building with customers and cross-functional teams, with on-site work in Wichita.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Degree in construction management, business administration or similar preferred.
• 1+ year experience in construction required.
• Experience in estimating, bids and proposals preferred.
• Familiarity with contract requirements and industry best practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare takeoffs and material estimates as required per bidding documents.
• Make special pricing for custom systems as needed.
• Create project notes to identify project needs.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and AHJs during bidding stages.
• Foster and grow relationships with internal and external customers.
• Attend meetings with customers, reps, peers, and management.
• Regular attendance is required; other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Reading plans

Negotiation

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's in CM/Business or related

Tools

E-Takeoff

Bluebeam

Salesforce

Procore

Planswift

Job description

CSWI’s Engineered Building Solutions segment manufactures custom architectural building components and innovative firestopping and smoke-rated products that help protect people. Safety and code compliance are top of mind for architects, engineers, and contractors. Our purposeful brands combine functionality with aesthetically pleasing designs for the construction, refurbishment, and modernization of buildings. Our brands include Balco, Greco Architectural Metal Products, and Smoke Guard.

Position Summary

The Estimator serves as the primary point of contact for customers regarding bid activity in our direct markets. The role is responsible for evaluating project scope and preparing detailed estimates and pricing for each phase, from inception to final working budget approval.

Responsibilities

• Prepare takeoffs and material estimates as required per the bidding contract documentations.
• Make special pricing for custom systems as needed.
• Create project specific notes to identify the needs of a project.
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) during the bidding stages of the project.
• Foster and grow relationships with internal and external customers.
• Attend meetings with customers, reps, peers, and management as required.
• Regular and routine attendance is required.
• This role may require other job duties to be performed. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel in this role.

Qualifications (Skills & Knowledge)

• Knowledge of construction industry practices and sales processes,
• General ability to read, interpret, and understand building plans.
• Ability to negotiate and work in the best interest of the company.
• Strong organizational, time-management and prioritization skills.
• Able to communicate effectively and professionally with team members and customers verbally and in writing.
• Able to complete work accurately and on time.
• Able to work collaboratively with direct team members, or across departments, and work independently as needed.

Education

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, business administration or similar field preferred.

Experience

• 1+ year experience in construction required.
• Experience in an Estimating role preferred.
• Experience in a role where creation of bids and proposals were a main job responsibility preferred.
• Familiarity with contractual requirements and best practices in the construction industry preferred.
• Experience using E-Takeoff, Bluebeam, Salesforce, Procore, Planswift or similar systems preferred.

Physical Conditions: This position works in a professional office environment, routinely uses standard office equipment, and is seated for long periods of time.

Location: This position is based in our Wichita, KS office. Employees in the Wichita area are required to work on-site.

• Competitive wage with an annual pay increase
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match on 6%
• Paid time off, including holidays and vacation.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for long-term wealth building.