Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review and analyze project plans and specifications to identify precast items/systems to bid.
- Interface with engineering group to request quantity take-offs and bidding parameters.
- Create and assemble project budgets and parameters for team review. Double check estimated costs for errors.
- Prepare project proposals for bidding using company standards and guidelines. Cost estimates are comprised of five (5) basic categories, production, drafting and engineering, logistics, field installation and miscellaneous costs.
- Attend project kick-off meetings after award as required.
- Prepare and negotiate contracts/quotations for awarded projects.
- Establish and maintain a good rapport with general contractors.
- Encourage the use of precast concrete products to architects, engineers, and owners.
- Develop a shop drawing/contract approval schedule to minimize delays on each project.
- Entry-level sales functions for selected projects.
- Must be willing to go to jobsite visits if required.
- Perform other duties as generally or specifically assigned.
EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- College education preferred, but not required.
- Previous Sales/Estimating experience required.
- Precast or construction industry experience preferred.
- Reading and interpreting blueprints and specifications manuals.
- Drafting knowledge preferred.
- Proficiency at reading structural and architectural drawings, specifications, and basic commercial building design.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to use a calculator and computer.
- Ability to formulate and calculate mathematical expressions.
- Proficient in MS Suite.
- Possession of a valid driver's license, and the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Requires climbing on buildings during jobsite visits.
- Must be able to wear personal protective equipment such as 6" leatherwork boots, hardhat, safety glasses, and hearing protection when going into production areas/construction sites.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Requires both indoor and outdoor work.
- Occasional overnight travel.
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be assigned by his/her supervisor.
Wells is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Wells values our employees and is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. We offer paid holidays, health, dental and vision insurance, as well as flex spending for medical and daycare, a health savings account, and 401(k) plan with profit sharing. We'll also pay your premium for short- and long-term disability, and life insurance.*
*Please note that the benefits listed here are for non-union employees. Benefits for union employees are covered under separate collective bargaining agreements which can be obtained through their union business agent or their HR representative. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors, Outdoor, Night shift,