Drafting/Project Estimator
Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Branch 2: Lexington, KY - Lexington, KY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
Not Specified
Travel Percentage
Up to 25%
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Other
Description
Position Summary
The Project Estimator's primary responsibility is to review and interpret engineer plans and specifications for the purpose of compiling a list of materials required to construct a water line, sewer line, or site development project. This position will be required to complete engineering submittal documentation on awarded projects for the aforementioned project types. This position will be required to be able to price the compiled material proposal and may also fill inside sales role responsibilities from time to time as it relates to contractor bid projects.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Reviews and interprets construction plans and specifications prepared by an engineer or architect and complies a list of materials required to build a water, sanitary sewer or site development project
Prepares complied materials list into a quote format that can easily be followed by the bidding general or sub-contractor in preparation of bid submission
Prepares product submittal packages for awarded bid projects
Applies searches on construction data service websites to search for projects
Maintains project bid spreadsheet that contains past and up-coming bid projects, as well as project statuses
When the need arises, a project estimator may need to help fill inside sales responsibilities which include:
Uses general knowledge of CITCO core products to service our customers. Knowledge bases includes:
Enters orders and order statuses by using basic knowledge of CITCO core products.
Collects and enters proper PO, ship to address, customer contact name and phone number, and any special delivery instructions.
Communicates sales leads to outside sales staff, as well as commits any leads to CITCO CRM software
Researches and updates customer contact information, sales history, customer product pricing, vendor product pricing, and share market pricing knowledge with coworkers.
General pipe, valves, and fittings knowledge, e.g. Pipe types and O.D., Waterworks Brass, pipe fittings, fire hydrants, basic valves
General service offerings and ability to interpret and quote from standardized price lists, e.g. Wet Taps, Valve Inserts, Line Stops, Meter Testing, meter calibrations
General knowledge of residential meter setting materials, including basic meters and PRVs, e.g. Saddles, Corps, Setters, Meter Boxes, Covers, SRII, Accustream, iPerl.
Competencies
1. Communication skills-written and oral
2. Customer Service
3. Business Acumen
4. Strong work ethic
5. Friendliness
6. Adaptability/flexibility
7. Results Driven
8. Listening
9. Teamwork
10. Giving feedback
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This position operates in a professional office environment with some focus on external interaction with sales teams and customers.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. CITCO Water standard hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, with occasional evening and weekend work as job duties demand.
Travel
Extensive travel is not expected, though off-site training will be required from time to time
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in business management, sales or related field OR 2-3 years experience.
Basic knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office programs. Basic understanding of how to use office equipment, e.g. Print, copy, fax, scan
General knowledge of CITCO core products as listed in essential functions
Preferred Education and Experience
Industry related internship or experience
AAP/EEO Statement
It is the policy of CITCO Water to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons in all aspects of the employment relationship without discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, veterans, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Branch 2: Lexington, KY - Lexington, KY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
Not Specified
Travel Percentage
Up to 25%
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Other
Description
Position Summary
The Project Estimator's primary responsibility is to review and interpret engineer plans and specifications for the purpose of compiling a list of materials required to construct a water line, sewer line, or site development project. This position will be required to complete engineering submittal documentation on awarded projects for the aforementioned project types. This position will be required to be able to price the compiled material proposal and may also fill inside sales role responsibilities from time to time as it relates to contractor bid projects.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Reviews and interprets construction plans and specifications prepared by an engineer or architect and complies a list of materials required to build a water, sanitary sewer or site development project
Prepares complied materials list into a quote format that can easily be followed by the bidding general or sub-contractor in preparation of bid submission
Prepares product submittal packages for awarded bid projects
Applies searches on construction data service websites to search for projects
Maintains project bid spreadsheet that contains past and up-coming bid projects, as well as project statuses
When the need arises, a project estimator may need to help fill inside sales responsibilities which include:
Uses general knowledge of CITCO core products to service our customers. Knowledge bases includes:
Enters orders and order statuses by using basic knowledge of CITCO core products.
Collects and enters proper PO, ship to address, customer contact name and phone number, and any special delivery instructions.
Communicates sales leads to outside sales staff, as well as commits any leads to CITCO CRM software
Researches and updates customer contact information, sales history, customer product pricing, vendor product pricing, and share market pricing knowledge with coworkers.
General pipe, valves, and fittings knowledge, e.g. Pipe types and O.D., Waterworks Brass, pipe fittings, fire hydrants, basic valves
General service offerings and ability to interpret and quote from standardized price lists, e.g. Wet Taps, Valve Inserts, Line Stops, Meter Testing, meter calibrations
General knowledge of residential meter setting materials, including basic meters and PRVs, e.g. Saddles, Corps, Setters, Meter Boxes, Covers, SRII, Accustream, iPerl.
Competencies
1. Communication skills-written and oral
2. Customer Service
3. Business Acumen
4. Strong work ethic
5. Friendliness
6. Adaptability/flexibility
7. Results Driven
8. Listening
9. Teamwork
10. Giving feedback
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This position operates in a professional office environment with some focus on external interaction with sales teams and customers.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. CITCO Water standard hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm, with occasional evening and weekend work as job duties demand.
Travel
Extensive travel is not expected, though off-site training will be required from time to time
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in business management, sales or related field OR 2-3 years experience.
Basic knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office programs. Basic understanding of how to use office equipment, e.g. Print, copy, fax, scan
General knowledge of CITCO core products as listed in essential functions
Preferred Education and Experience
Industry related internship or experience
AAP/EEO Statement
It is the policy of CITCO Water to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons in all aspects of the employment relationship without discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, veterans, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job ID: 481382879
Originally Posted on: 6/15/2025
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