Senior Estimator

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide®. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.

Job Summary

Responsible for developing strategic pricing objectives and imperatives. Provides analytical and strategic pricing expertise and assistance. Reviews requests for quotations to assist the proposal team in developing estimates and pricing strategies. Gathers data to determine effectiveness and profitability of pricing strategies and tactics. Follows economic market and competitor pricing strategies that may affect pricing structures and provides tactical and strategic solutions. Identifies opportunities for improving pricing and profitability of existing accounts.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Determine accurate quantities related materials as measured from provided plan sets.
• Research plans and specifications to determine any special material requirements. Procure, pick up and return plan sets as required.
• Accurately identify materials required for the construction of facilities.
• Communicate with design engineer or owner to clarify any unusual or special material issues.
• Determine if Core & Main supplied material meet local/state/federal specifications
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Career Level Dimensions

Typical Training/Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline.
• Generally, 2-5 years of experience in a related field; certification is required in some areas OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in a related field.
• Certification is required in some areas.

Problem Complexity

• Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data.

Autonomy

• Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual, complex problems or issues. Work review typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor and/or direct "customers" of the process.

Leadership

• May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support personnel or professional personnel.

Environmental Job Requirements

• Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role. This description supersedes any previous or undated descriptions for this role. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time.

YOU feel a sense of victory watching a project come to life and guiding it to completion. You are driven and detail-oriented but also enjoy the flexibility of managing your day. You appreciate the importance of deadlines and can adapt as needed to meet them. You enjoy solving problems and working with others to come up with solutions. You want to put your prior estimating skills to great use with an industry leader.   

ARE you up for the challenge of being an essential first step in the sales and bidding process? Are you interested in working with engineers, design plans, and specs? Are you ready to partner with customers to provide timely insight and consultation? Are you confident in setting the pace for the rest of a project? Are you someone who wants to use their estimating experience to support critical infrastructure?  

HERE at Core & Main, we value the individual, and the unique contributions you bring. Here we support and encourage continued learning.  Here we invest in the development and well-being of our people, who are the key to our future.  Here we value diversity and want to ensure each voice is heard.  Here, our team members thrive as a community.  

Preferably, YOU have:

• 2-4 years of bid preparation or related experience
• Familiarity with estimation software, like Planswift
• An understanding of waterworks products and infrastructure

HERE, we have:

• Medical with 100% preventative care coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Dental and Vison
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement and Tuition Grants
• Continued learning opportunities through our onsite training facility and extensive online learning catalog
• Professional development and industry networking opportunities, e.g. Our Women’s Network and community engagement events                                                  

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.  Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.

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