Estimator-Technical

WCM White Cap Management LLC; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

White Cap is seeking an experienced Estimator to complete detailed material quantity estimates from owner or contractor furnished plan sets. You will determine requirements, quantities, and delivery needs, and liaise with vendors and design professionals to ensure bid accuracy.

In this senior role you will mentor junior estimators, assist in bid preparation, and help develop value engineering options. Expect travel and a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in related discipline required/strongly preferred; MS/MA in related field also acceptable.
• 5-8 years of experience in a related field, with 3-5 years for MS/MA track.
• Certification is required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Researches plans and specifications and identifies any special material or construction requirements and determines the general scope of work.
• Determines if company supplied material meet local/state/federal specifications.
• Determines accurate and detailed quantities of products and related specialty materials as measured from construction plan sets.
• Communicates with material vendor and accurately determines availability and delivery times for specialty products.
• Meets with owners/engineers/architects to assist with or suggest specific design/build concepts.
• Meets with local engineering design teams to recommend value engineering options for bid projects.
• Assists in bid preparation and insures customers receive quotations in a timely manner.
• Tracks and monitors competitor pricing to determine market value of bids.
• Oversees the completion of projects and assignments, including planning, assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Mentoring

Bid preparation

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

MS/MA in related field

Job description

A position at White Cap isn’t your ordinary job. You’ll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is committed to Building Trust on Every Job. We do this by being deeply knowledgeable, fully capable, and always dependable, and our associates are the driving force behind this commitment.

Job Summary

Responsible for completing detailed and itemized material quantity estimates from owner or contractor furnished plan sets.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Researches plans and specifications and identifies any special material or construction requirements and determines the general scope of work.
• Determines if company supplied material meet local/state/federal specifications.
• Determines accurate and detailed quantities of products and related specialty materials as measured from construction plan sets.
• Accurately identifies the type of material necessary for construction of facilities.
• Communicates with material vendor and accurately determines availability and delivery times for specialty products.
• Communicates with design engineer or owner to clarify any unusual or special material issues via phone, e-mail or written Requests for Information (RFI).
• Meets with owners/engineers/architects to assist with or suggest specific design/build concepts.
• Meets with local engineering design teams to recommend value engineering options for bid projects.
• Actively works with sales team to design successful bid strategies.
• Assists in bid preparation and insures customers receive quotations in a timely manner.
• Tracks and monitors competitor pricing to determine market value of bids.
• Coordinates and reviews work of other estimators or sales staff as a senior employee.
• Conducts continuing education training and mentoring of other sales and estimating staff on a regular basis.

Nature and Scope

• Identifies key barriers/core problems and applies problem solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex situations.
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems.
• Makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty, sometimes with incomplete information, that produce effective end results.
• Independently performs assignments with instruction limited to the expected results.
• Determines and develops an approach to solutions.
• Receives technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues.
• May oversee the completion of projects and assignments, including planning, assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, evaluating results, etc.
• Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring or firing authority.

Work Environment

Usually located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort, such as dust, fumes, or odors. Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment that may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward. Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 5-8 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 3-5 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.

Preferred Qualifications

If you’re looking to play a role in building America, consider one of our open opportunities. We can’t wait to meet you.

White Cap and its affiliates serve as a one-stop shop, providing concrete accessories and chemicals, tools and equipment, building materials and fasteners, erosion and waterproofing products, and safety products to professional contractors by meeting their distinct and customized supply needs in non-residential, infrastructure, and residential end markets. White Cap operates approximately 500 branches across North America with more than 11,000 employees supporting approximately 200,000 customers. For more information about White Cap, visit about.whitecap.com.