Estimator in Lincoln, Nebraska

Job Summary

Responsible for developing strategic pricing objectives and imperatives. Provides analytical and strategic pricing expertise and assistance. Reviews requests for quotations to assist the proposal team in developing estimates and pricing strategies. Gathers data in order to determine effectiveness and profitability of pricing strategies and tactics. Follows economic market and competitor pricing strategies that may affect pricing structures and provides tactical and strategic solutions.

Identifies opportunities for improving pricing and profitability of existing accounts.

• Completes detailed and itemized material quantity estimates from owner or contractor furnished plan sets.
• Determines accurate quantities related materials as measured from provided plan sets.
• Identifies materials required for the construction of facilities.
• Researches plans and specifications to determine any special material requirements. Procures, picks-up and returns plan sets as required.
• Communicates with design engineer or owner to clarify any unusual or special material issues.
• Determines if supplied materials meet local/state/federal specifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Experience in bid preparation, sales or related industry experience.
• BS/BA in a related discipline.
• Generally 0-2 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 0-1 year of experience in a related field.

• Typically located in a comfortable indoor area.
• There may be regular exposure to mild physical discomfort from factors such as dust, fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noise, strong drafts, or bright lights.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about.
• On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.