Kraemer North America is currently looking for an experienced Estimator to join our team in our Upper Midwest - Wisconsin/Illinois/Iowa Region. As an Estimator, you will analyze plans, specifications, proposals and other documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services, while applying knowledge of specialized techniques, principles, or processes.  You will also maintain positive relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to promote Kraemer and help gain a competitive advantage in your assigned market. 

We are proud to provide a stable and challenging work environment with the opportunity for personal growth in a family-centered company that prides itself on providing technical, innovative, and complete solutions to the most difficult highway and bridge construction projects. 

We value our people. We work safely. We provide quality and commitment.

Responsibilities

• • Performs quantity takeoffs       
  • Completes pricing of work                                                                                                  
  • Vendor solicitation and DBE compliance                                                                                    
  • Analyzes subcontract quotes and prepares bid documents, order bonds                               
  • Performs various administrative duties, including job set-ups after award
  • Markets and reviews trade publications for upcoming work
  • Analyzes and understands project requirements and risks
  • Compares projects to similar projects previously completed by KNA to determine estimated costs
  • Communicates project requirements to and coordinates involvement of subcontractors, suppliers, project managers, regional managers, etc.
  • Interprets project plans and specifications
  • Prepares and oversees pre-bid schedule
  • Prepares turnover document
  • Conducts historical cost analysis
  • Ensures compliance with KNA Safety and Quality Programs
  • Assists in identifying market opportunities for assigned region by establishing and maintaining effective contact with owners, subs, suppliers, consultants, and potential clients
  • Provides leadership of the “Safe Production” culture
  • Monitors projects, comparing budgets to actual

 Qualifications

• • Technical school degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction preferred
  • Five years previous estimating experience, preferably in construction and/or bridges
  • Knowledge of construction methods and equipment used in heavy civil construction
  • Knowledge of regional suppliers, subcontractors, and specification requirements
  • Experience with HCSS preferred
  • Ability to read and understand project plans and specifications
  • Ability to prepare spreadsheets and databases
  • Knowledge of accounting processes
  • Ability to work at a fast pace 
  • Ability to complete tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision; self-starter
  • OSHA 10 safety planning preferred

Benefits

• • Medical & Dental Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Savings Plan w/company match
  • Profit Sharing
  • Dependent Care and Health Care Reimbursement Plan
  • Life Insurance & Dependent Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Holidays/Vacation/Sick Pay
  • Educational Assistance
  • Computer Purchase Program

Base salary is dependent on multiple factors: education, experience, skills, market rates, internal equity and/or location.