Sales Estimator

Job ID: 507655

Headquartered in Omaha, Lyman-Richey Corporation, A CRH Company, employs nearly 800 people in its eight aggregate and concrete companies across central and eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. Lyman-Richey Corporation has been providing top-quality construction materials and superior service to customers and contractors in the region for more than 130 years.

Position Overview

The Lyman-Richey team is seeking a professional detail oriented and reliable Sales Estimator to join our team. The Sales Estimator will research various construction projects in our markets by utilizing the internet, professional organizations, periodicals, and other forms to facilitate LRC bidding on projects for our operating companies. The Sales Estimator will also distribute project information to applicable representatives from within our operating companies to begin and aid in the solicitation and/or proposal process.

Starting Wage: $27.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Identify concrete, aggregates, and related materials within the specifications of identified projects.
• Prepare verbal and/or written quotations of concrete and related materials for bidding purposes.
• Perform concrete and related material takeoffs (mix specifications and rough quantities) from plans and specifications.
• Attend pre-bid meetings to take notes and relay information to appropriate departments and personnel.
• Address customer inquiries or concerns related to LRC products and services. May be responsible for contacting the customer directly for clarification on quotes, resolving issues or other topics.
• Track the projects quoted and follow-up on the sale of materials.
• Possess or develop the knowledge of basic concrete technologies.
• Assist and provide Quality Control Manager with required information for the proper preparation of the concrete and material certifications for specific projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Employee may be assigned duties which are not listed, reasonable accommodations will be made as required.

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field, or equivalent in training and experience.
• Experience in building materials/construction industry preferred

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently or within a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Must be efficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and operate a variety of office equipment.
• Ability to build relationships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and employees.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to follow complex written and oral instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to operate a computer and software applications.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other employees and managers.
• Always demonstrate proper etiquette, representing LRC professionally and courteously to current and prospective clients.
• Maintain current knowledge of the building materials and construction industry including attendance at industry related functions when necessary.
• Demonstrate excellent attention to detail including the ability to recognize discrepancies

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects, and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to communicate with others by telephone and in-person.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. The environment is typical of an office setting

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A 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 large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Lyman-Richey Corporation, A CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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