Branch Estimator

About the role

The Branch Estimator position at HD Fowler Company's Wilsonville, Oregon branch involves providing high-quality estimating for an assigned market, producing superior quotations for public and private projects, procuring and reviewing competitive and accurate supplier quotes, and developing efficient project expeditions and completions.

Responsibilities

• Independently complete accurate and thorough takeoffs (including specifications, pricing, freight, etc.) meeting deadlines and expectations of both company and customer.
• Find, qualify, and coordinate upcoming bids within their market, and proactively communicate with the sales team to design and implement successful bid strategies.
• Thoroughly follow-up on all bids; assist with job tracking, updating bid board with low bidders, and/or coordinating all aspects of the bidding process with other staff, as designated.
• Complete detailed and itemized material quantity estimates from owner or contractor furnished plan sets.
• Work well with all external parties on all aspects of project bidding, including but not limited to: project clarifications, value-added options and material alternative suggestions, product specifications and changes, etc.
• Procedural and reporting compliance.
• Communicate effectively with consulting engineers regarding project questions and problems, knowing who to appropriately discuss questions or concerns with- sales or engineers.
• Establish a professional and ethical rapport with key customers, vendors, and internal contacts in order to understand the overall market picture and stay aware of work and market conditions.
• Help develop and maintain specification tools and resources for job efficiency and accuracy.
• Act as a company resource for product knowledge, operational expertise, training and mentoring, process improvements, and initiative/goal achievement.

Requirements

• At least 2 years’ experience as a waterworks estimator for HD Fowler, a direct competitor, and/or in a related field (specific industry experience required).
• At least 1 year functioning for HD Fowler as Inside Sales or Project Manager, or for external applicants, equivalent relevant project management experience.
• Strong math and computer skills, as well as an eye for detail.
• A good understanding of blueprints including plan & profile views, elevations, topographical, etc.
• Able to use discretion in regards to pricing tools and all general decision making.
• Can operate within and prioritize under tight deadlines.
• Able to interact positively with all types of coworkers and customers with effective and professional written and oral communication.
• Able to work overtime on an as-needed basis.
• Able to self-guide work prioritization and completion; work with little to no direct supervision.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience as a waterworks estimator for HD Fowler, a direct competitor, and/or in a related field (specific industry experience required).
• At least 1 year functioning for HD Fowler as Inside Sales or Project Manager, or for external applicants, equivalent relevant project management experience.
• Strong math and computer skills, as well as an eye for detail.
• A good understanding of blueprints including plan & profile views, elevations, topographical, etc.
• Able to use discretion in regards to pricing tools and all general decision making.
• Can operate within and prioritize under tight deadlines.
• Able to interact positively with all types of coworkers and customers with effective and professional written and oral communication.
• Able to work overtime on an as-needed basis.
• Able to self-guide work prioritization and completion; work with little to no direct supervision.

Skills

• Strong math and computer skills.
• An eye for detail.
• Good understanding of blueprints including plan & profile views, elevations, topographical, etc.
• Discretion in regards to pricing tools and all general decision making.
• Ability to operate within and prioritize under tight deadlines.
• Effective and professional written and oral communication.
• Ability to work overtime on an as-needed basis.
• Self-guided work prioritization and completion; work with little to no direct supervision.

Benefits

• DOE: $29.16+ per hour
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Flex Spending Programs for health and dependent care
• $100k Group Life and AD&D Insurance – Premiums paid by the Company!
• Gym membership reimbursement up to $50 per month
• Access to wide variety of training and skills programs
• Safe and engaging work environment

Pay

DOE: $29.16+ per hour

Schedule

Primarily Monday - Friday between 7AM-5PM