Estimator - Ridgeland, SC

Cleland Site Prep, LLC; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and disb

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture with growth

Job summary

Cleland Site Prep, a CRH Company, is seeking an experienced Estimator in Ridgeland, MS to project material, labor, and equipment needs for bids. The role uses past cost history and field input to develop budgets that guide project decisions and management reviews.

Responsibilities include takeoffs, maintaining estimate documentation, communicating bid details to field teams, and evaluating design options for cost efficiency while upholding safety and company policies.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of construction estimating experience.
• Knowledge of cost history and bid preparation.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepares detailed estimates by completing takeoff, using past cost history and conferring with field personnel.
• Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current information on prices from suppliers.
• Prepare detailed reports, information packets and clearly communicate all aspects of the bid to field personnel on bids that are awarded.
• May review design options and recommend best solution based on cost and availability of materials.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Estimating experience

Reading blueprints

Leadership & communication

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent training

Tools

Estimating software

Bidding software

Job description

Job ID: 529820

Cleland Site Prep, has been servicing the Low Country of South Carolina and Georgia since 1970. Our impressive team of project managers, engineers, estimators, superintendents, and foreman has the knowledge and skills to provide clients with consistent, quality work. Cleland has been instrumental in developing the Hilton Head Island and the surrounding areas. Our crews are supplied with the tools to get the job done right, whether we are clearing, demolishing, paving, or providing any of our wide range of services. We want you to advance your career by joining the team that delivers quality results every time! As a Cleland Site Prep employee, you'll have the leadership and resources to make a difference- while enjoying CRH benefits such as healthcare and paid holidays.

Position Overview

The Estimator position is responsible for using a combination of past experiences and project specifications to accurately project the amount of materials, equipment, and labor hours that must be utilized in order to complete a given project. Based upon these calculations, they create a project budget that is then presented to Management. All necessary details must meet not only legal, but also company policies and guidelines.

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 back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.


• Prepare detailed reports, information packets and clearly communicate all aspects of the bid to field personnel on bids that are awarded.


• May review design options and recommend 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 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 - 10 years of construction estimating experience required.


• Engineering degree or equivalent combination of technical training preferred.

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.

Cleland Site Prep, 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.