Estimator at Heritage Construction + Materials in terre haute, Indiana

Job Description:

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The Estimator is responsible for assisting in the generation of estimates and new business opportunities in assigned markets



Essential Functions

• Assists with quotes generation


• Prepares and submits shop/structural drawings


• Computes various cost factors


• Reviews data to determine material and labor requirements


• Ensures accuracy of all information


• Solicits suppliers and subcontractors


• Develops beneficial business relationships


• Develops good working relationships with suppliers and subcontractors


• Develops a network and contacts within the community


• Performs day-to-day estimating tasks


• Generates quantity take-off


• Prepares purchase orders and rough draft subcontractor agreements


• Prepares sub-supplier lists


• Communicates with internal/external customers


• Answers inquiries via phone, email or in-person


• Provides highest levels of customer service


• Makes presentations to large and small groups


• Translates technical information into easily understood language


• Promotes and maintains safe work environment


• Exhibits safe work behaviors


• Wears all prescribed PPE

Education Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree in Construction Technology, Construction Management or related field preferred

Experience Qualifications

• Required 1-3 years experience in asphalt paving/bridge construction or related industry

Skills and Abilities

• Communication Proficiency


• Customer/Client Focus


• Diversity and Inclusion


• Results Driven


• Stress Management/Composure


• Teamwork Orientation

Licenses and Certifications

• PE license preferred Preferred


• Drivers License is required Required

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Clerical office environment


• Indoor lab conditions that include standard office equipment such as computers, photocopier, phone, filing cabinets, fax machines, cubicles


• Fast paced with changing priorities and tight deadlines; medium to high stress requiring mental dexterity and resilience


• Sits at a desk regularly


• Looks at a computer screen 8 hours a day


• Performs data entry, alpha and 10-key numeric, on a keyboard


• Uses copy/fax to scan documents


• Drives a motor vehicle


• May lift or move up to 10lbs


• Regular travel to job sites, customer sites, and corporate offices around the state is required; mostly day trips, but some overnight travel may be expected

About Milestone Contractors



Milestone Contractors is a privately held, family-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis. Milestone Contractors is a fully integrated heavy construction company specializing in highway, bridge, asphalt and concrete paving and site development. Over its 30-year history, Milestone has built a reputation for prioritizing safety, quality, people and innovation. Milestone Contractors is a part of The Heritage Group's family of companies. Learn more at https://www.milestonelp.com/


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


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