Utility Division Estimator Sanford Contractors is one of North Carolina's most experienced providers of construction services for commercial, residential, industrial, municipal, and state projects. In operation since 1969, we've seen tremendous change and there have been countless advances in materials, technologies and equipment. But some things haven't changed at all. We're still a family-owned and operated business. We're still committed to excellence – to completing projects to the highest possible levels of quality, and we're committed more than ever to the team members that make this company who we are today. Team member must have the ability to organize as well as prioritize and pay attention to detail. Team Member must have the actions and appearance that represents the Sanford Contractors, Inc. brand at all times. Core Competencies:Organizing and prioritizingAttention to detail and accuracyRelationship building skillsWork effectively within a teamDiscretionJudgmentCommunication skillsInformation management skillsProblem-solving skillsRead and interpret plans/specs/regulationsProficient in calculations and data entryEconomic evaluation skills to determine best valueWorking knowledge of estimating and scheduling softwareWorking knowledge of MS Office programs including Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook Core Duties:Lead by exampleBe punctual, dependable and professional at all timesBe willing to go the extra mile with surges in workloadsCommunicate time away from work with your team leader and other team members with sufficient notice Willingness to work hours as requiredExcellent communication and written skillsWork with cost effectiveness, profitability and safety in mindAlways represent yourself and the company in a professional mannerReview advertisements for bid opportunitiesReview and be familiar with project specificationsReview and understand Bid documentsPerform utility takeoffs with high degree of detail and accuracyProof plans for conflicts and constructability concerns, communicate these to the appropriate partiesHaving familiarity with AHJ (Authorities Having Jurisdiction)Solicit Material quotes in a timely mannerAnalyze Material Quotes (prices/specifications)Complete accurate bids/budgets on projects in a timely mannerAssist with preparation of purchase orders and subcontractsAssist with collecting and reviewing submittal informationAfter purchase orders are submitted, track material delivery, lead time and production of materials for delivery to the projectCoordinate delivery of materials to projectProvide project package to Superintendent prior to in-house preconstruction meetingAssist with communicating production goals to team members in the fieldAssist project manager and superintendent with processing change orders and tracking them until they are finalizedAssist with developing and maintaining project schedules Education/Training/Certification:3-5+ years' experience estimating Utilities for the construction industry (Preferred)BS Degree in Design/Civil Engineering/Construction Management (Preferred)Trenching and Shoring Competent Person (Preferred)First Aid/CPR (Preferred)Experience with Heavy Bid (or similar software) - preferredExperience with Planswift (or similar software) - preferredExperience with Microsoft Project (or similar software) - preferred Benefits:At the heart of Sanford Contractors Inc. core principles, is the commitment to make a positive difference in the lives of our team members. Our comprehensive benefits package is custom-designed to achieve that goal through access to the following:Medical, Dental and Vision plansHealth Savings Account (HSA)401KShort and long-term disabilityLife insuranceCompany Paid Holidays and PTO (Paid time off)Direct Deposit* Sanford Contractors is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer