Estimator

Our mission is simple: to provide unique thoughtful solutions to civil engineering challenges through innovative design and manufacturing. Guided by our core values of Integrity Quality Passion Reliability and Innovation we are committed to exceeding expectations for quality value and service on every project.

At Gaineys we think like contractors making projects easier with reliable products and services that save time and minimize risk. We bring visions to life by combining technical expertise with creative design consultation ensuring long-lasting infrastructure built to withstand the Gulf Coasts toughest conditions.

Estimator

Job Summary:

Estimators are responsible for evaluating bid specifications and drawings ensuring that we know everything required to successfully bid and win the project. Estimators must aggressively follow up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received. Estimators also work with the Project Management teams to follow up on bids and budgets to close the business.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Complete accurate take-offs prepare estimates based on the bid schedule and direction from the lead estimator and quote jobs on time with assistance from sales.
• Helps to maintain a jobs to bid report and a follow up report attends the weekly sales meeting.
• Communicate regularly with sales customers and specifiers to confirm and clarify project scope and specifications prior to completing the estimate.
• Prepares prints quotes and RFQs (requests for quotes) for potential customers.
• Responsible for compiling estimates of how much it will cost to provide a client or potential client with products or services.
• Assessing material labor and equipment required and analyzing different quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
• Proficient in the company operating system software (Titan)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• This is a largely sedentary role which frequently requires one to stand and walk.
• Occasionally required to stoop kneel crouch or crawl.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision distant vision and color vision. Depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

EEO Statement:

Gaineys is an equal-opportunity employer. Gaineys does not tolerate discriminating based on race national origin color religion sex sexual orientation disability age veteran status genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Equal opportunities are extended to all terms and conditions and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities participating in all company-sponsored activities and employment actions such as promotions compensation benefits and terminating employment.

Must be able to complete a 7-year background check. We also conduct pre-employment drug testing. Any job offer will be based on the results of background and drug testing.