Construction Estimator

Responsibilities

• Consult with a broad range of personnel and consultants to coordinate and establish a detailed cost estimate.
• Aid in preparation of cost estimates including but not limited to: labor, materials, equipment costs.
• Exercise good judgment and experience in working with purchasing, labor, equipment, and transportation costs to arrive at a full cost estimate with appropriate profit margins to achieve the Company’s goals.
• Participate in developing of cost evaluations relating to design and documents, contract drawings, specifications, or contract changes.
• Read and understand job bid instructions and detailed specifications.
• Research documents for job details.
• Prepare material takeoffs from construction project design drawings to assist in the creation of complete project material lists that include everything needed for the installation phase of the projects.
• Maintain continuity among project managers by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored properly.
• Support activities led by Senior Estimator to improve labor and material estimates.
• Prepare and maintain estimating schedule and other deadlines.
• Attend pre-bid job walks to better understand scope of work.
• Occasionally this requires a day trip (less than 4 hours) to the project location. Mileage and/or gas compensation is provided.
• Prepare and maintain estimating schedule and other deadlines.
• Attend post-construction meetings on each job to provide feedback to the team and the estimating staff.

Requirements

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret construction drawings.
• Effective multi-tasker.
• Self-motivated.
• Strong communication skills.
• Must have great accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills: including Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and network/cloud storage locations.
• Ability to use manual scale ruler and online takeoff tools for plan takeoffs.
• Work with database application forms to enter bid details and print proposals.
• A satisfactory combination of education and experience.
• 2+ year degree in a relevant field preferred.
• Some experience in the construction industry or field preferred.
• Reliable transportation and a drivers license are required.