Estimator w/ Civil Construction Experience (Finance)
Get ready to grow with us!
Northwest Pipe Company is the nation's leading manufacturer of water infrastructure products—and with over 50 years of experience, we're just getting started! Our business is growing, and we're looking for great people to grow with us. We're immediately seeking an Estimator to join our Geneva Pipe and Precast team in Orem, UT.
Civil Construction Experience preferred
WE OFFER:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D Insurance (1st of month after hire)
- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
- Weekly Paycheck
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Bonus Potential
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Safety Footwear and Eyewear Voucher (day 1 of employment)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunities for Career Advancement
- Values-Driven Culture Committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Safety
OUR VALUES:
- Accountability is evident when we do what we say we are going to do and people accept responsibility for their actions. We do not point fingers and blame others. We own our actions.
- Commitment is not only promising to do something, but actually investing in the necessary effort and actions to make it happen.
- Teamwork is essential for competing in a challenging and constantly changing business environment. Working together across all job functions is critical to achieving our success.
ABOUT THE JOB:
Efficiently and accurately generate takeoffs of project plans, and inputs necessary data into software programs to create quotes. Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals and other documentation as needed when completing quotes
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assesses all costs - material and labor - for potential construction projects.
- Assist with creating estimates and cost or expenditure statements for use in future project consideration.
- Consults with Sales and provides Sales with detailed scopes of work for competitive bids.
- Develop multiple estimates for a variety of materials in a typical construction project
- Able to read and understand construction blue prints
- Translate blue prints to quote/estimate for project
- Know pricing structure of company and use Best Management Practice to win bids
- Assist with project work as directed by Department Manager
- Comply with all Geneva Pipe and Precast/NWP policies, procedures and guidelines
- Regular, reliable and predictable attendance is necessary in order to perform the essential functions of this position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Strong administrative and organizational skills with an attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively as a team member, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
- Ability to self-manage
- Possess strong analytical skills
- Possess a positive attitude and a strong work ethic
- Understands precast process and production capabilities of plants
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- High school, College, certifications or equivalent
- 1 year experience in a construction office environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to read, write and speak in English language
- Must have a proficient understanding of civil engineering and surveying terms and methods.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Our organization maintains a drug-free workplace. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successful passing of a drug test and background check. Northwest Pipe Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Northwest Pipe Company reserves the right to close the position, with or without notice, if a qualified candidate is identified prior to the close date.
