Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Company parties
- Paid time off
Kerb Appeal Fenceworks is looking for a full time
Estimator to increase the output of quotes across the Central Valley
. This person will be working at our headquarters in Fresno, CA. KAF provides a competitive salary package based on experience. This person will be trained and work directly with the Estimating Manager in all aspects of the bidding process. A background in commercial, industrial fencing or construction is highly desirable. Experience in bidding public works jobs is a plus and must be able to read blueprints and perform take-offs.
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE NOT QUALIFIED. THIS IS AN IN PERSON POSITION.
Qualifications:
- MUST HAVE 1 year Estimating experience in Construction and or Fencing, (can be substituted with 3 years experience building fences for a fence company).
- Excellent measurement skills.
- A firm grasp of relevant math principles.
- Ability to create extensive materials list.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel (a must), Design Skills, Cost Accounting, Problem Solving, Quality Focus, Attention to Detail, Conceptual Skills, Informing Others, Strategic Planning.
- Blue Beam, or various estimating software programs for take offs to prepare take offs/estimates.
- Experience bidding prevailing wage/public works jobs a plus.
- Ability to read blueprint construction drawings and specifications.
- Knowledge of Bid Boards and other outlets to increase bid output.
- Must be able to communicate proficiently in English with outstanding professional oral, written and interpersonal skills, bilingual is a plus.
- Should have negotiation skills with ethical conduct.
- People skills a must.
- Strong analytical skills and is detail oriented and thorough.
- Self-motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Efficient in time management and be able to maintain scheduling.
- Must have Reliable transportation, driver’s License and be insurable.
- What is most important is a hard-working individual, who possesses leadership attributes, and is trainable !
This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00 pm, but can be adjusted as business requirements dictate. Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Placing bids for fence building jobs, submitting detailed labor and materials cost plans and overseeing multiple projects at one time.
- Review, quote, prepare and complete a high volume of bids/estimates
- Contact customers to go through any applicable questions regarding project needs on all incoming requests
- Touch base and follow up with customers to close on quoted opportunities
- Locate and research public and private bid offerings for potential projects
- Interpret construction documents, drawings and technical documents to prepare estimates
- Complete bid take-offs by estimating material, equipment and labor quantity needed to complete the proposed project.
- Maintain and update construction related materials price database
- Input take-offs into computer spreadsheet.
- Obtain all pricing for materials.
- Material Acquisition
- USA ticket submittals
Benefits:
- One week paid vacation at 6 month mark.
- 40 hours per year sick time
- 6 Paid Holidays (Christmas Day, New Years Day, Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day)
- Health Insurance Stipend for partial payment.
- 401k plan with company match (partial)
- Bonuses based on sales.
- Two to four employee appreciation events each year.
Must have adequate driving record and be approved by company insurance.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year + bonus
Job Tags
Full time, Casual work, Work at office, Monday to Friday