Estimator

About the role

APAC-Central, Inc. is a CRH company dedicated to producing and providing crushed aggregate materials, sand, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and performing as a regional heavy highway/infrastructure construction firm serving Arkansas, Oklahoma, and southern Missouri. This role is designed for high achievers eager to grow, innovate, and leave a mark on the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Analysis & Estimation: Dive deep into blueprints, specifications, proposals, and site conditions to define the full scope of work. Prepare accurate takeoffs and quantify requirements for materials, equipment, labor, and production.
• Create detailed estimates for self-performed work, ensuring precision and clarity in every bid.
• Actively cultivate and expand our customer base, leveraging your sales acumen to initiate new opportunities and build enduring relationships.
• Proactively seek out bid opportunities through established networks. Prepare winning bid packages, analyze subcontractor quotes for projects of varying sizes and complexity.
• Efficiently manage and bid multiple projects concurrently, demonstrating superior organizational and time management skills.
• Engage with clients, vendors, the Lead Estimator, and other stakeholders to discuss project requirements, refine estimates, and present compelling proposals.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, update schedules, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate resources with the Construction Manager—ensuring project milestones are met and exceeded.
• Oversee all contracted projects, champion safety practices, develop and update schedules, assist forepersons with payroll and progress reporting, and generate monthly billings.
• Review job costs on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, working closely with commercial crews to optimize performance, manage and price change orders, and oversee subcontractors and vendors.
• Foster open communication with owners and/or prime contractors, ensuring their needs are understood and exceeded throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assess job progress and production versus estimates, collaborating with the Lead Estimator and others to identify opportunities for enhancement.
• Aid the Lead Estimator on additional projects, field measurements, mileage assessments, and material sourcing as needed.
• Utilize advanced software tools including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, HCSS Heavy Bid, ViewPoint, Primavera, and Trimble, maintaining up-to-date capabilities in technology-driven project management.
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performance team environment, providing strong leadership and support to colleagues and stakeholders.
• Tackle other duties assigned by supervisors, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to the organization’s goals.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is strongly preferred. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered for outstanding candidates.
• At least five years of experience in construction, paving, and/or estimating, with a track record of successful project delivery and client satisfaction.

Skills & Attributes

• Analytical Acumen: Ability to interpret complex instructions, drawings, correspondence, and memos accurately. Demonstrate high-level quantitative skills, including proficiency in calculations, percentages, ratios, and interpretation of bar graphs.
• Communication Expertise: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly in one-on-one and group settings to customers, clients, and team members.
• Technical Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and various database applications, with accurate typing and keyboard skills.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Apply common sense and strategic thinking to execute detailed written and oral instructions and resolve challenges as they arise.
• Organizational Excellence: Demonstrate superior time management skills, balancing multiple projects and priorities with efficiency and adaptability.
• Leadership Presence: Exhibit strong leadership abilities, inspiring collaboration, innovation, and accountability within the team.
• Customer-Focused Attitude: Commitment to delivering outstanding service and results for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Growth-Oriented Perspective: Embrace opportunities for continuous learning, skill development, and professional advancement.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Take on challenging projects that shape communities and infrastructure, leaving a legacy.
• Supportive Culture: Join a dynamic, team-oriented environment that values expertise, creativity, and mutual respect.
• Career Advancement: Access ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities for growth within a forward-thinking company.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and rewards for high performance.
• Innovation & Excellence: Work with cutting-edge tools and methodologies, setting new standards in commercial paving and construction management.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
• Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed.
• Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.

What CRH Offers You

• Hightly 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.

What You Can Expect

• 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

How to Apply

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.