Rebar Estimator

Whitecap; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

White Cap seeks a detail-oriented estimator to complete detailed and itemized material quantity estimates from owner or contractor furnished plan sets. You will determine quantities, identify required materials, and research plans to ensure accurate, compliant estimates.

The role includes procuring and managing plan sets, communicating with engineers/owners, and confirming materials meet specifications. Typically requires a BS/BA in a related field with 0–2 years of experience, with MS/MA as an

Qualifications

• BS/BA in related discipline. Certification may be required in some areas.
• 0-2 years of experience in a related field or MS/MA with 0-1 year of experience.”

Responsibilities

• Completes detailed and itemized material quantity estimates from owner or contractor furnished plan sets.
• Determines accurate quantities related to materials as measured from provided plan sets.
• Identifies materials required for the construction of facilities.
• Researches plans and specifications to determine any special material requirements; procures, picks-up and returns plan sets as required.
• Communicates with design engineer or owner to clarify unusual or special material issues.
• Determines if supplied materials meet local/state/federal specifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

MS/MA in related discipline

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

• Completes detailed and itemized material quantity estimates from owner or contractor furnished plan sets.
• Determines accurate quantities related materials as measured from provided plan sets.
• Identifies materials required for the construction of facilities.
• Researches plans and specifications to determine any special material requirements. Procures, picks-up and returns plan sets as required.
• Communicates with design engineer or owner to clarify any unusual or special material issues.
• Determines if supplied materials meet local/state/federal specifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Nature and Scope

• Works in compliance with established procedures and/or protocols. Identifies and resolves readily identifiable, clearly defined problems. Demonstrates skill in data analysis and techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in routine research/data.
• Nature of work requires general supervision; exercises judgment. May be paired with a mentor. Work typically involves regular process checks or review of output by a coworker and/or supervisor.
• May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support personnel.

Work Environment

• Typically located in a comfortable indoor area. There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors, such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.
• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Certification may be required in some areas. Generally 0-2 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 0-1 year of experience in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

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