Manager, Estimating

Job Summary

Manage the day-to-day preparation of estimates for materials used in construction projects.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Reviews work orders, consumption reports, and demand forecasts to estimate peak delivery periods and issue work assignments.

• Supervises the activities of workers engaged in preparation of estimates.

• Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare estimates of product quantities.

• Prepares quantity estimates for products, applying specialized methodologies, techniques, or processes.

• Reviews data to determine material requirements and prepares itemized list.

• Submits monthly report of cost factors used for preparing estimates for management and determining cost effectiveness.

• Consults with sales staff, other internal staff, and/or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Nature and Scope

• Solutions require analysis and investigation.

• Achieves planned results by decisions and actions based on professional methods, business principles and practical experience.

• Manages a group or team of professional individual contributors and/or indirectly supervises support staff.

Work Environment

• 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.

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older

• Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable

Education and Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in related discipline. Generally 7+ years experience in related field. May require certification. Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience estimating and projecting for budgeting.

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses and buildings.

• Knowledge of business and management principles.

About Core & Main

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leading distributor of water, sewer, storm drain and fire protection products in the United States. Operating approximately 320 branches nationwide, the company combines local expertise with a national supply chain to provide contractors and municipalities innovative solutions for new construction and aging infrastructure. Core & Main's 4,500 plus associates are committed to the safe distribution of water and fire protection to help communities thrive. Visit www.coreandmain.com to learn more.

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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