Estimator

• Assist Project Managers with pricing of change orders
• Proactively identifies and halts unsafe work practices, and promptly reports them to management to ensure a safe work environment
• Participates in bid reviews with other estimators as necessary
• Communicates with Safety Professionals to ensure a safe workplace
• Develops client relationships for current and future jobs
• Solicit vendor quotes
• Promotes Cantera’s culture of “Safety First”
• Identifies and quantifies construction elements
• Prepare quantity takeoffs and estimates in a timely manner
• Monitor costs, including labor and time
• Prepare job cost budget
• Prepare proposals and acquire bid bonds
• Participate in the job turnover processes with other members of the Cantera leadership team

Work Experience

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.

• CPR Certified
• Strong decision-making/problem-solving skills
• OSHA 10 Certified
• Four (4) years of Construction Experience with no formal education required
• First Aid Certified
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Able to engage in a variety of tasks, and consistently meet deadlines
• Strong mathematical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Two (2) years Concrete Experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Bluebeam
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, both internally and externally
• Must be comfortable with travel on an as needed basis
• Able to perform duties independently

• Requires overtime hours