Estimator
Core & Main
Milton, DE0–2 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
Job Summary
Responsible for developing strategic pricing objectives and imperatives, providing analytical and strategic pricing expertise and assistance. Reviews requests for quotations to assist the proposal team in developing estimates and pricing strategies. Gathers data to determine the effectiveness and profitability of pricing strategies and tactics. Follows economic market and competitor pricing strategies that may affect pricing structures and provides tactical and strategic solutions. Identifies opportunities for improving pricing and profitability of existing accounts.
Key Responsibilities
- Completes detailed and itemized material quantity estimates from owner or contractor furnished plan sets.
- Determines accurate quantities of 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.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Familiarity with estimation software, like PlanSwift
- Bid preparation or related experience
- Understanding of waterworks systems
- Interpretation of plans
- Underground utility knowledge
- Experience in field of water, sewer, storm
Qualifications
- BS/BA in a related discipline OR MS/MA
- Experience in bid preparation, sales or related industry experience
- Generally 0-2 years of experience in a related field (with BS/BA) OR 0-1 year of experience in a related field (with MS/MA).
Environmental Job Requirements
- Typically located in a comfortable indoor area.
- May have regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.
- Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
- Mostly spent sitting with frequent opportunity to move about.
- On rare occasions, may need to move or lift light articles.