Estimator at Heritage Construction + Materials in Indianapolis, 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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