Sr. Estimator

 
 

Job ID:  521827

 

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset.  We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

 

The Senior Estimator position is responsible for using a combination of past experiences and project specifications to accurately project the amount of materials, equipment, and man hours that must be utilized in order to complete a given project.  Based upon these calculations, they create a project budget that is then presented to Management.  All necessary details must meet not only legal, but also company policies and guidelines. This role will assist the Estimating Manager in coordinating activities of all estimators within the department.

Key Responsibilities 

• Prepares detailed estimates by completing takeoff, using past cost history and conferring with field personnel.
• Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc.
• Prepare detailed reports, information packets and clearly communicate all aspects of the bid to field personnel on bids that are awarded.
• May review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality of availability of materials.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to the Estimating Manager, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager
• Minimum supervision provided when estimating items in own discipline.
• Independently estimates a large sized project.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Regular and timely attendance
• Other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• 10 years’ construction estimating experience.
• Engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or experience.

 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Experience with estimating software

• Demonstrate proficiency with estimating and bidding software.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications and contracts.
• Skills needed include leadership, problem solving, decision making and organization.
• Professional ethics, tact, and courtesy in dealing with management, team members, vendors and internal and external customers.

 

General Requirements 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel as needed.

 

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH/Texas Materials Offers You

• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Competitive base pay
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs

  

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