Construction Estimator

Job Description Position: EstimatorAll potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.Location: Kansas City L.G Barcus and Sons is looking for a positive individual that is highly self-motivated, with strongcommunication and problem-solving skills to be Estimator within our growing company. LGB has a strong safety culture and is a trusted partner with the railroad industry. We have been building careers for over 100 years and offer competitive wages.Job Responsibilities? Perform quantity takeoffs and project estimates? Call vendors and subcontractors for quotes? Work with 3rd party engineers for final design once project has been awarded? Understand and follow company policies and procedures? Prepare proposals and quotations to present to clients.? Knowledgeable on plans and specifications for relevant builds and bids? Identify opportunities and jobs to bid, bid jobs and manage those jobsBenefits? Company provided PPE, equipment, and tooling, phone, computer? Opportunity for career advancement? Full benefits package including: 401K, Health, dental, vision, vehicle allowance, and travel expenses coveredRequirements? Minimum of 5 years experience in heavy highway, bridge construction and railroads? Experience reading engineer approved plans and specifications? Basic computer/electronics knowledge to support daily use of smartphone, laptop, etc. for completing reports and communicating? Experience with estimating software, HCSS Heavy Bid is optimal? Experience xhyhwjd with accounting software and ability to track job costs.? Proven experience with and willingness to focus on safety policies, procedures, and regulations? Effective communication skills and the ability to work as a team to jointly carry out assigned tasks? Current Driver's License with a favorable driving record? Ability to gain E-railsafe clearance? Understanding of heavy equipment, including cranes, excavators and pile drivers and other equipment commonly used for shoring installation