Estimator

Overview CRH Americas Building Products is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies. Job Summary The Estimator is the fulcrum to Oldcastle Infrastructure's business to ensure there is a counterbalance to the customer needs and OI's profitability through accurate summation of all project costs through analyzing drawings and technical documents to create an accurate proposal for the customer. The Estimator is responsible for all allocated inbound non-transactional RFQs. They review drawings, technical documents and other associated documentation to complete take-offs, pricing and ultimately a quote through partnering with other key Oldcastle Infrastructure functional areas such as sales, strategic account managers, production, engineering and transportation in a timely manner. Estimators are individuals that exhibit organizational discipline and meticulous attention to detail while managing multiple RFQs. Job Location This position will be located at our plant in Littleton, CO. Responsibilities Complete take-offs and quotes for all RFQ's brought in by the outside sales team Send quote to customer before due date, ensuring outside salesperson is copied on all correspondence Communicate directly with customer regarding quantity verification/confirmation and quote structure Work with the sales team on proposal strategy, basis-of-design changes, or value engineering options Work with vendors to prepare bids and write proposals Manage bids that range in size and complexity simultaneously Review and analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare, cost and labor estimates for products, projects or services Utilize market-based price list provided by sales manager Assist in development of department improvement initiatives such as historical data, tool and template development and closing out win/loss jobs in ERP Work with outside sales to ensure all Oldcastle Infrastructure products are being considered - "Own the Jobsite" mentality Work with OSR to understand and complete an entire bid package properly Qualifications Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent experience Working knowledge of how to read and interpret schematics and engineering drawings 3+ years of recent construction and/or bidding experience a plus Knowledge of software for proposal drawings Compensation This role has a base salary range of $70,000 to $80,000/year + 10% annual bonus Vacation hours of two weeks per year Sick leave benefits up to 56 hours per annum 401k plan Short-term and long-term disability benefits 11 paid holidays per year Annual community volunteer paid day What CRH Offers You Highly competitive base pay Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs Group retirement savings program Health and wellness programs An inclusive 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 a 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! CRH Americas Building Products (ABP), a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/Vet/Disability CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person. #J-18808-Ljbffr