Estimator (Finance)

Job ID: 513944

Exempt

Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're more than just a manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, or plastic products. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, and more. With our network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and more than 4,000 employees, we're leading the industry with innovation and a safety-first mindset.

Job Summary

Torrent Resources, Inc., the North American leader in deep infiltration stormwater drainage, is an affiliate of Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company. Oldcastle is a leading manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic products in the United States. Our products range from utility vaults, reinforced concrete pipe, catch basins, various drainage and treatment solutions, septic tanks, retaining walls, storm shelters, wall panels, concrete barriers, a variety of prestressed concrete products and more. With more than 80 locations nationwide and 5,500 plus employees, Oldcastle Infrastructure is committed to upholding core values of reliability, quality, and service in cutting edge ways. Since 1972 our Torrent Resources group has been an industry leader in stormwater solutions by offering differentiated and proprietary drywell designs along with superior customer service and field installations

The estimating role is a key contributor in our commercial process. Working closely with our outside sales, inside sales, and project management team, the Estimator is responsible for accurately forecasting project costs and developing customer facing proposals. Ability to collaborate with others to identify project requirements is critical for this role. Additionally, key to the Estimators role is analyzing drawings, technical documents, other related regulatory guidelines in developing an accurate proposal for the customer. Estimators will input data/information using a CRM system and costing template to develop project quotes. They will also work with other key Oldcastle Infrastructure functional areas such as production, engineering, and transportation as part of the quote buildout. Estimators will exhibit organizational discipline, technical prowess, and meticulous attention to detail while managing multiple RFQs.

Job Requirements

• Analyze project plans, product specifications, and complete take-offs for target opportunities
• Work with the sales team on proposal strategy, basis-of-design changes, or value engineering options on unique project requirements
• Efficiently perform all estimate stages including - project selection, estimating organization, pricing, review, and closeout
• Enter project information for quoting into CRM. Collaborate with commercial team members to ensure the company's products and customer value provide a differentiated market advantage
• Understand customer project timelines and due dates to manage target opportunities accordingly
• Partner with vendors on special accessories and components required for custom projects proposals
• Manage bids and target opportunities that range in size and complexity
• Review and analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documentation with Engineering for specialty products to account for additional material and labor cost
• Utilize prescribed price list established by Area Sales Manager
• Review available upcoming bid reports, such as Dodge, and others for new potential opportunities

Job Responsibilities

• Working knowledge of how to read and interpret project plans and specifications schematics
• 3+ years of recent construction and/or bidding experience
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience a plus
• Proficient in MS Office applications and generally comfortable in learning new IT systems
• Experience using Salesforce is a plus
• Knowledge of software's for proposal drawings
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Self-starter and ability to work independently
• Ability to multi-task and work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Detail orientated and ability to prioritize workload
• Positive attitude and ability to work with various personality

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.