Estimator

Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain estimating models, tools, and software.
• Prepare work to be estimated by gathering proposals, specifications, and related documents.
• Identify labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, specifications, and related documents.
• Calculate costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements.
• Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Present prepared estimates by compiling and displaying numerical and descriptive information in the cost-calculation tool.
• Cook up estimates with the management team to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Respond to questions, provide clarifications, and offer updates based on proposal requirements.
• Maintain the active bid list.
• Aid in preparing studies, materials and methods, recommendations, and related cost estimates.
• Collaborate with the Operations department to identify the most advantageous solutions.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, bid strategy sessions, and presentation meetings as requested by the sales team.
• If the bid is awarded, assist the Operations department in evaluating the scope of work.
• Assist the Operations department in detailing work phases, labor hours, and production units.
• Conduct periodic reviews comparing estimated project costs with actual costs.
• Participate in site visits and travel as required.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of extensive estimating experience, including the ability to estimate various types of projects/contracts.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Familiarity with financial management and project management principles.
• Proven experience in estimation within facilities services preferred.

Benefits

GDI, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.