Ruppert Landscape provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Ruppert Landscape complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Job Category: Business Development
Description:
Description
Ruppert is a commercial construction company combined as a privately and employee owned specialty contractor. A multi-state presence with a small company feel, our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.
Estimator
Responsibilities:
Manage estimating workflow to provide complete proposals before bid deadlines
Assist customers with technical information and pricing during pre-construction
Review plans and specifications to determine our scope of work and the most effective production methods
Define scopes of work for various trades and distribute subcontract bid packages
Recommend and review preferred subcontractors on each job to Project Managers
Solicit written quotes for hard materials and site furnishings
Submit plant lists to Purchaser to be sourced and priced
Complete plan take-off and enter bid information into the company’s preferred software program
Assign or propose profit margins based on current pricing guidelines
Review bids with Branch and Division Managers based on approval limits
Participate in pre-job and post-job meetings
Qualifications:
Ability to read and understand plans and specifications
Ability to build relationships with subcontractors and customers
Experience with Estimating Software desired
Strong oral and communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to multi-task in fast-paced work environment
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Basic understanding of business math and reporting
1 Year minimum experience preferred, but not necessary for entry-level candidates
What we provide:
Competitive salary
Medical benefits with dental and vision
Flexible Spending Account
401(k) plan
Flexible work/life balance
Family-oriented company culture
Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify