Estimator

Tindall•Petersburg, VA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Tindall Corporation, a leading Precast Concrete Manufacturer in the Southeastern U.S., is seeking an Estimator for their Petersburg, VA plant. The company's mission is to support customers, create remarkable structures, and deliver innovative solutions. The Estimator will analyze contract documents, plans, specifications, and proposals to determine costs associated with precast concrete scopes for various projects such as parking garages, warehouses, schools, jails, and prisons. This role requires accuracy in takeoffs, cost determination using Excel, and preparation of estimates for management, sales, planning, engineering, and field operations. The position also involves conducting special studies for cost reductions, interfacing with other departments, visualizing 3-D concepts from 2-D drawings, and understanding general structural engineering concepts. Daily interaction with colleagues, management, customers, and vendors is expected.

Requirements

Associate degree (2 year) or an equivalent combination of experience/training is needed.
1 to 3 (+) years of related experience is required.

Responsibilities

Reviews contract documents to determine precast scope of work.
Perform accurate takeoff of precast components.
Utilize Excel spreadsheets to determine plant, freight, and field operations costs associated with the project.
Prepares estimates to be used by management, sales, planning, engineering, and field operations in scheduling work, preparing bids; consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues as requested by Sales personnel.
Completes duties and responsibilities in the appropriate time frame with minimal supervision.
Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data of effect cost reductions.
Interfaces with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment to cost estimates.
Visualizes and/or creates 3-D precast concept from 2-D contract drawings.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Understands engineering concepts regarding general structural concepts, connections, component limitations, and constructability.