Kraemer North America, LLC Hiring for Field Engineer at Castle Rock Full Time

Kraemer North America is currently looking for an Estimator to join our teamin our Mountain West Region (Castle Rock, CO). We provide compensationincentives, relocation assistance, and have a proven profit sharing program!As an Estimator, you will analyze plans, specifications, proposals andother documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products,projects, or services, while applying knowledge of specializedtechniques, principles, or processes. You will also maintain positiverelationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to promoteKraemer and help gain competitive advantage in your assigned market.We are proud to provide a stable and challenging work environment with theopportunity for personal growth in a family centered company that pridesitself on providing technical, innovative, and complete solutions to themost challenging highway and bridge construction problems.We value our people. We work safely. We provide quality and commitment.We’re a believer in promoting from within; our success depends on ourpeople to bring innovative ideas, a strong work ethic, and a commitment tosafety and quality. In turn, we provide a family-focused atmosphere,comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities to fuel your future forward.ResponsibilitiesPerforms quantity takeoffsCompletes pricing of workVendor solicitation and DBE complianceAnalyzes subcontract quotes and prepares bid documents, order bondsPerforms various administrative duties, including job set-ups after awardMarkets and reviews trade publications for upcoming workAnalyzes and understands project requirements and risksCompares projects to similar projects previously completed by KNA to determineestimated costsCommunicates project requirements to and coordinates involvement ofsubcontractors, suppliers, project managers, regional managers, etc.Interprets project plans and specificationsPrepares and oversees pre-bid schedulePrepares turnover documentConducts historical cost analysisEnsures compliance with KNA Safety and Quality ProgramsAssists in identifying market opportunities for assigned region byestablishing and maintaining effective contact with owners, subs,suppliers, consultants, and potential clientsProvides leadership of the “Safe Production” cultureMonitors projects, comparing budgets to actual QualificationsTechnical school degreeMinimum five years previous heavy civil estimating experienceExperience with construction and/or estimating of bridges is preferredKnowledge of construction methods and equipment used in heavy civilconstructionKnowledge of regional suppliers, subcontractors, and specificationrequirementsAbility to read and understand project plans and specificationsComputer literacy required; ability to prepare spreadsheets and databasesExperience with HCSS HeavyBid, B2W, or other estimating software.HeavyBid preferredKnowledge of accounting processesConcentration and attention to detail to ensure accuracy and effectiveness ofestimatesKnowledge of market informationThe ability to work as a team playerAbility to work at a fast pace in determining and/or acquiring job bidsquickly and accuratelyCapability and confidence to work alone and be confident in decisions relatedto project estimating and scheming to create an advantage to win workAble to complete tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision;self-starterOSHA 10 safety planningBenefitsMedical & Dental Insurance401(k) Savings Plan w/company matchShort Term Incentive ProgramDependent Care and Health Care Reimbursement PlanLife Insurance & Dependent Life InsuranceShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityHolidays/Vacation/Sick PayEducational AssistanceComputer Purchase ProgramHiring Range: $75,000 – $130,000Base salary is dependent on multiple factors: education, experience,skills, market rates, internal equity and/or location.