Estimator - Expansion Joint Systems (Construction)

Sika AG; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Generous Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off, paid holidays

Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements

Education Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Sika Emseal, a division of Sika, is seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to support our commercial construction projects. This role reviews drawings, performs material takeoffs, and develops cost estimates for expansion joint systems used in buildings and infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in a technical field, at least two years of estimating experience, proficiency with OST, and strong communication to collaborate with Sales, Engineering and Technical Services.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering, architecture, construction tech, or related technical field.
• Minimum of two years estimating, construction, engineering, or architectural experience.
• OST (On-Screen Takeoff) experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat/Reader.

Responsibilities

• Review documents to understand project requirements.
• Prepare detailed material takeoffs and cost estimates for expansion joint products.
• Evaluate plans to ensure estimate accuracy.
• Present estimates to sales teams and customers.
• Develop project summaries to support execution.
• Coordinate with Sales, Engineering and Technical Services.
• Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Support continuous improvement and related duties.

Skills

Reading architectural drawings

Communication skills

Time management

Self-motivation

Collaboration across departments

Attention to detail

Spatial reasoning

Education

Associate degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Technology, or related technical field

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff (OST)

Job description

Sika Emseal, a division of Sika, is seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to support our commercial construction projects. This role reviews drawings, performs material takeoffs, and develops cost estimates for expansion joint systems used in buildings and infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree in a technical field, at least two years of estimating experience, proficiency with OST, and strong communication to collaborate with Sales, Engineering and Technical Services.