Construction Estimator

Posted 3 days ago

walsh door securityBurlington (IA)

Cost Estimators All Other Specialty Trade Contractors

SENIORITY

Mid

SALARY

$50,000

Apply

About the role

JOB OPENING – Construction Estimator (Entry Level) – Des Moines Walsh Door + Security is seeking an Entry-Level Estimator to be part of the team at our Kansas City location. We are the one of the nation’s leading providers of premium commercial door, frame, hardware and electronic security products and services, and partner with national and regional General Contractors and Commercial Customers. Walsh is family-owned, 160+ years old, and specializes in Data Centers, Healthcare, Military, K-12 Education, Universities, and School Safety. We offer a strong career path, amazing benefits and a fast-paced environment. Walsh Door & Security is a growing company with 200+ employees and three locations – Des Moines, Iowa City and Kansas City. This opportunity is a full-time, added position.

Job Description: Analyze blueprints, specifications, and contract requirements to prepare accurate estimates for doors, frames, and hardware. Use estimating software to price material and labor for projects based on blueprints and specifications. Participate in pre-bid reviews to ensure accuracy. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree preferred. AutoCAD or Revit software experience is helpful, but not required. Mechanical aptitude. Detail oriented. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Must be able to handle multiple projects under a deadline. Must have ability to handle large workload, multitask, and maintain a positive attitude. “Will do”, trainable, team player type attitude. Must pass pre-employment drug screen and security background check.

Benefits: Health Insurance – Highly competitive, quality health insurance for single or family coverage options available with full-time positions. Company pays majority of premium 401k Savings Plan – Company contributes up to 4% of wages Life Insurance – 100% company paid $50,000 life insurance policy Short Term Disability – 100% company paid policy Long Term Disability – 100% company paid policy Holiday – 7 paid holidays Vacation – Personal Time Off program starting on hire date Dental Insurance – Delta Dental of Iowa To apply or for more information about our company, go to www. Walsh Door.com. Walsh Door + Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Before you apply

Applying takes about a minute. These four things decide how fast it moves after that.

Your profile is current

It's what we read first. Occupations, seniority and locations matter more than a long history.

Two examples you can talk through

Not a portfolio — just two pieces of work where you can explain the decisions and what you'd change.

A number in mind

What you're on now and what would make you move. We negotiate better when we know both.

Your notice period

Employers plan around it, and it's the question that stalls offers most often.

Once you apply, someone reads it and calls you before anything reaches the employer — usually within two working days.