Estimator in Training at Vaco, LLC
Charlotte, NC 28209
About the Job
Are you looking to build a career in the construction industry with a focus on project management and estimating? A leading concrete and waterproofing contractor is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the team as a Project Manager/Estimator in Training. This position offers the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of construction management, with a special focus on concrete, waterproofing, caulking, and related scopes of work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing estimates for projects, including materials, labor, and equipment costs.
- Learn to interpret blueprints, specifications, and construction drawings for bidding purposes.
- Support senior project managers in coordinating with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
- Attend site visits and pre-construction meetings to gather project details.
- Assist in tracking project timelines, budgets, and change orders.
- Develop and maintain relationships with clients and vendors.
- Use industry-specific software like Procore and Bluebeam to manage projects and communicate effectively with the team.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Participate in the preparation of project schedules, bids, and reports.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
- 1-2 years of experience in construction, preferably in concrete, waterproofing, or related fields.
- Strong interest in learning estimating and project management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and basic understanding of project management software (Procore, Bluebeam, etc.) is a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- A team player with a willingness to learn and grow.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.
- On-the-job training and mentoring from industry experts.
- Exposure to diverse and challenging projects in the construction industry.
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .
Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
Privacy Notice
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.
- California residents may access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
- Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
- Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
- Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
- Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.
