Lead Estimator- St George, UT

Job ID: 521885

Western Rock Products, is A CRH Company.

Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.

We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.

We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

Position Overview

This is a skilled position as an experienced Estimator/Project Manager involving the preparation of quantity estimates using material, labor and overhead costs and management of projects that are awarded to the company.

Also, this is a lead position involving bid market analysis, bid process administration, pursuit allocation and peer bid reviews.

Key Estimating Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)



* Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals and other documents to prepare time, material, equipment, production and labor estimates.


* Prepare preliminary estimates for planning purposes and detailed estimates based on final plans and specifications.


* Consult with clients, vendors and others to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.


* Maintain current and accurate information on prices from suppliers and contractors through direct contact and written materials.


* Prepare bid packages, estimates and analysis of subcontractor bids for projects of any size and complexity.


* Physically measure, assess the condition, and formalize estimates for commercial projects.


* Participate in the bidding process.

Key Management Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)



* Manage projects awarded from correspondence, scheduling, resource allocation, cost projections, and billing.


* Check daily cost sheets for correctness, compliance with estimated cost, and if over budget, find out why and report to management.


* Prior to job startup, review with the job superintendent the project plans, specifications and review the project startup list to ensure that each item is done, i.e.

dig line has been contacted.


* Assist Estimating as available by performing field measurements determining sources.


* Check that foreman's job quantities are correct and submitted to Estimating; remember they will generate the invoice based on what you report.


* Maintain, in conjunction with the hot plant operator, adequate oil supplies and fuels to meet the project's needs.Review hot plant reports, crusher reports, job reports.


* Perform an on-going job and project cost projection monthly.

Include narrative on unit cost progress as opposed to as estimated.

Key Lead Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)



* Maintain current accounts for all advertisement, estimating and biding platforms.


* Monitor market for all bid advertisements via Dodge, DOT, Municipal, AGC, Construct Connect, etc.
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