Senior Estimator - Technical

Company: Core & Main LP
Location: Flower Mound
Posted on: September 17, 2023

Job Description:

Job SummaryResponsible for completing detailed and itemized material quantity estimates from owner or contractor furnished plan sets.Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Researches plans and specifications and identifies any special material or treatment plant requirements and determines the general scope of work. Determines if company supplied material meet local/state/federal specifications.
• Determines accurate and detailed quantities of products and related specialty materials as measured from treatment plants. Accurately identifies the type of material necessary for construction or enhancement of facilities.
• Communicates with material vendor and accurately determines availability and delivery times for specialty products.
• Communicates with design engineer or owner to clarify any unusual or special material issues via phone, email or written Requests for Information (RFI).
• Meets with owners/engineers/architects to assist with or suggest specific design/build concepts. Meets with local engineering design teams to recommend value engineering options for bid projects.
• Actively works with sales team to design successful bid strategies. Assists in bid preparation and insures customers receive quotations in a timely manner. Tracks and monitors competitor pricing to determine market value of bids.
• Coordinates and reviews work of other estimators or sales staff as a senior employee.
• Conducts continuing education training and mentoring of other sales and estimating staff on a regular basis.Minimum Qualifications
  • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older
  • Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable Preferred Qualifications
    • 10+ years prior experience in treatment plant industry.
    • Bachelors degree in an engineering discipline.
    • Must have experience with industrial water piping systems
    • Ability to read and understand construction documents (detailed plans, specifications, blueprints, etc.)
    • Must determine accurate quantities and material types required
    • Strong interpersonal skills to professionally communicate with Customers to address Q&A
    • Ability to review and provide constructive feedback with team members and other estimators
    • Ability to use commonly available websites to collect necessary information.
    • Strong computer skills, especially with Office365 applications, digital material take-off platforms (i.e. Planswift, BlueBeam, Timberline, Smartsheet, Sage Estimating Software, Autodesk Take-off), and quote development systems (i.e. supply chain quote aggregation and generation).#RPO-CM#monster About Core & MainBased in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leading distributor of water, sewer, storm drain and fire protection products in the United States. Operating approximately 275 branches nationwide, the company combines local expertise with a national supply chain to provide contractors and municipalities innovative solutions for new construction and aging infrastructure. Core & Main's 3,500 plus associates are committed to the safe distribution of water and fire protection to help communities thrive. Visit to learn more. Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.For more information, please click or visit

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