Job Description

Location: Ridgeland,Mississippi,United States

***This person will lead estimating efforts for the entire market and work with our corporate estimating team as necessary. About White Construction:
White Construction is a family-owned business built upon a foundation of Safety, Leadership, Teamwork, Trust, and Relationships with a core purpose of Building Success Together. When Charles N. White founded the company in 1971, he understood that the best way to achieve his clients’ goals was by sharing their vision of success, not just in terms of the final product, but at every single stage of the process. We deliver even the most complex projects with our client’s goals and vision at the forefront of our operations. Although our company has grown in size and stature, we remain a family business offering principal involvement in every project. From healthcare facilities to corporate headquarters, retail centers to high end residential, we approach every project with remarkable attention to detail, offering our clients and partners the best advice, and a passion for excellence.

Estimator Responsibilities:

• Demonstrated, on multiple projects, expertise in all aspects of project estimating from project pre-planning thru commissioning/closeout.
• Proven track record of successful estimating performance as measured by internal customer satisfaction, absence of project disputes based on budget/estimating problems, profitability, timely completion, project documentation, project transition from estimating to operations and estimating staff development.
• Analyze architectural plans, blueprints, and project specifications to prepare accurate estimates for drywall projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather necessary information and data.
• Calculate material quantities and labor costs required for each project.
• Evaluate and select appropriate materials and construction methods to ensure cost-efficiency and quality.
• Prepare detailed and competitive bids and proposals for clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients, architects, and contractors to address questions and provide clarifications.
• Stay updated on industry trends and pricing to ensure competitive and accurate estimates.

Education/Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Construction related field.
• Excellent writing, communication, and organization skills.
• Positive, enthusiastic, and energetic attitude.
• Self-starter, results driven and able to work independently.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with a broad group of stakeholders to foster trust and partnership.
• Ability to multi-task and is comfortable working in a deadline-driven environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed as deemed appropriate by management at any time.

White Construction is an equal opportunity employer. White Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of White Construction without a prior discussed or written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of White Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails. Apply to this job