Project Estimator - Motz : Job Details

Project Estimator

Meet Motz: The Motz Group has built performance for more than four decades. Founded in 1977 and serving the high-performance natural and synthetic turf markets, Motz is one of the world's most recognized and highly respected turf system specialists. The culture at Motz is built on the culmination of people and planning, processes and problem solving, innovations and responsiveness, and the intense desire our passionate employee-owners have for creating win-win solutions. As a united team, we work relentlessly to bring all the elements of quality, consistency, innovation, and service perfectly together. We proudly stand behind our products and services to ensure long-lasting, prosperous relationships with our valued customer base. Focused on moving people to better lives, Motz aspires to continuously drive our industry forward and impact the customers and communities that we proudly serve. We are in search of The Motz Group's next highly-motivated, employee-owner to join our growing team – is it you? Learn more about how the Motz Project Estimator role will help us continue to build performance and leave remarkable, lasting impressions!

Position Overview: As an employee-owned organization, we seek a Project Estimator passionate about delivering exceptional value and supporting our sales and revenue goals. We're looking for someone who thrives on precision, enjoys analyzing project details, and is eager to collaborate with our team to produce accurate and timely estimates. This role is vital to ensuring successful project execution and aligns with our commitment to excellence. If you enjoy evaluating project specifications, working within a dynamic environment, and contributing to the growth of a thriving organization, this job is for you.

Key Activities:

• Analyze project drawings and specifications to determine the full scope of work and required components for accurate estimates.
• Develop conceptual estimates for project budgeting by performing takeoffs based on design development drawings and standard specifications.
• Organize and maintain a comprehensive database of project costs, including up-to-date supplier pricing through direct communication and market research.
• Collaborate in the planning and estimating phases of synthetic and natural turf field projects to incorporate efficient, safe, and cost-effective systems into the project design.
• Prepare initial project budgets and schedules in alignment with contract terms and conditions, ensuring feasibility and adherence to project goals.

Skills Required:

• Self-motivation and initiative with a focus on business growth.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Alignment with a culture of accountability, trust, and fairness.
• Quick learner with the ability to gain a comprehensive understanding of the athletic field construction industry.
• Strong verbal communication skills; articulate and adept at building relationships internally and externally.
• Strong written communication skills; experience in writing product and service proposals.

Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience: 5-8 years of in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in construction elements, including costs, processes, procedures, scopes of work, and sequencing.
• Attention to detail: Strong ability to maintain focus and deliver highly accurate work.
• Advanced expertise in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, Outlook), as well as experience with database and documentation control systems.
• Prior experience in construction or design is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with civil engineering and site construction is a plus

Reports to: The Motz Group

Employment Classification Level: Exempt

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Motz Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers, and communities. We believe this increases creativity, innovation, and enables engaged teams. We're committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued, and respected.