POSITION SUMMARY:

The Estimator is responsible for preparing and submitting quotes on the project(s) assigned to achieve safe, quality, and profitable projects completed in a timely manner. This position must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as have strong communication and client service skills.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety

• Promotes Cantera’s culture of “Safety First”
• Project safety implementation and management in accordance with Cantera’s Safety Program

Operational

• Be familiar with and follow the Cantera Concrete Staff Organization document for managing projects
• Participate in the Job Turnover Process with other members of the Cantera leadership team
• Maintains working relationships with internal and external clients
• Monitor costs including labor time and material
• Reviews, understands, documents to drawings, and executes all Requests for Information (RFIs)
• Coaches and mentors’ growth in crews and encourages Foreman and Craftsman to be mentors
• Participates in bed reviews with other estimators as necessary
• Assess risk possibilities associated with project
• Prepare proposals, acquire bid bonds and signatures required
• Contract review for scope of work
• Prepare Job Cost Budget
• Solicit vendor quotes
• Prepare quantity takeoffs and estimates in a timely manner
• Assist PM with pricing of change orders
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

Construction Industry Knowledge

• Broad understanding of concrete construction experience

Technological Knowledge

• Computer and mobile device knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products, Field Time and other products used by the Company

Communication and Teamwork Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate with all levels, both internally and externally.
• Functions effectively as part of a team.

Leadership and Time Management Skills

• Exhibits strong leadership qualities.
• Strong decision making/problem solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills; able to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines.

Additional Skills

• Able to perform duties independently.
• Strong Mathematical skills
• Strong attention to detail.
• Works well under pressure and with deadlines.
• Can follow rules but can show initiative.
• Enjoys overcoming objections/resistance and achieving goals in the face of obstacles.

WORK CONDITIONS AND HOURS:

Conditions and hours

• Works on site over rough terrain.
• Requires overtime hours.
• Often exposed to the elements
• Must be comfortable with travel on a need-to-need basis.
• Must be able to lift 70 lbs.
• Some weekends are required.
• Frequent activity of Standing, Kneeling, Walking, Climbing, Bending, reaching above Shoulders, Pushing and Pulling
• Must be able to climb and work at heights above 6 feet

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Education

• Associates degree with two (2) years of concrete construction experience
• Bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of concrete construction experience

Work Experience

• Four (4) years Construction Experience
• Two (2) years Concrete Experience

Certifications

• OSHA 10 Certified
• CPR Certified
• First Aid Certified

We are an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Concrete estimating: 3 years (Required)
• Concrete construction: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lowell, AR (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lowell, AR: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person