Cosntruction Estimator

Job Description

Job description

TRAFFIC CONTROL CORPORATION is a regional distributor and integrator of traffic management and traffic safety products and services installed and used by transportation agencies (D.O.T.’s), cities and counties throughout the Midwest. These products and services include traffic signals, traffic controllers, traffic cabinets and vehicle detection systems.

We are hiring an Estimator to develop quotes for construction projects advertised by state and local agencies and submit them to contractors for consideration. The ideal Estimator we are seeking will have strong follow-up skills as well as the ability to build strong customer relationships, to negotiate post-bid awards. Build and maintain positive customer relationships with contractors, agencies, and clients.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain strong customer relationships with contractors, agencies, and clients

Work with sales management and technical staff on changing focus from price proposals to value proposals when and where appropriate

Review letting schedules and provide feedback to sales department regarding unique or large potential opportunities in advance when possible

Develop bidding strategy through discussions with sales, technical and management staff to determine to increase job capture rates

Involve purchasing, production, sales, technical and management teams in opportunities as required

Schedule and participate in project review and quote follow up calls with sales and technical staff

Work with accounting department to ensure compliance with state and local tax laws, pre-qualifications, etc.

Submit monthly pipeline, quote capture, and other associated reports to management

When project size or complexity out match your skill or scope, involve other team member

Qualifications

Must have a minimum of 1+ years of construction estimating experience

Advanced proficiency skills required in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

Experience working with E.R.P. systems to generate quotes, enter orders and produce associated reports as required

Ability to develop a thorough understanding of state specifications and requirements for relevant, devices, materials, and methods

Ability to effectively communicate scope of work, cost basis and margin to your sales team and management during the bid review process

Ability to capture, archive and analyze historical results for market trends, labor, and material trends and integrate into the final bid quote

TRAFFIC CONTROL CORPORATION is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/D/V

Company Description

TRAFFIC CONTROL CORPORATION, founded in 1946, is a distributor of traffic signal equipment and is recognized as as the preferred local source for traffic control equipment and service throughout the Midwest.

Full-time