Estimator Intern

Key Responsibilities

• Create estimates for construction projects, focusing on plumbing systems.
• Create lead opportunities and folders in our estimation software system.
• Perform detailed take-offs and gather material and labor quantities, contributing to the project’s financial success.
• Gather, record, and review quotes from pertinent subs IE; plumbing wholesalers, insulation contractors, excavation, and concrete cutting/coring contractors.
• Review specification books to accurately capture piping material types, fixtures, insulation types, tags and markers, etc.
• Download all bid docs from bid invite and store in our hosting platform.
• Prepare and send RFI’s to general contractor.
• Build an estimate in our estimation software system.
• Review forecasted project schedule dates and confirm with project management team if dates work with current manpower availability (as needed).
• Prepare a scope/proposal clearly listing inclusions and exclusions in the bid.
• Review contract documents to verify accuracy of the scope of work and pricing.
• Log bid credentials into take off software after completion of bid.
• Cross-team collaboration: collaborate with lead estimator to ensure accuracy of bid and that all bid docs have been reviewed.
• Interact with general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal Markade teams.
• Participate in scope review meetings with lead estimator and project management team during pre-con turn over meetings.
• Participate in pre-award meetings with lead estimator and general contractor as needed.
• Comply with and contribute to expectations for quality and team standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction/business management (Preferred)
• Entry level experience in working in a construction field (Plumbing Preferred)
• Understanding of the construction process and construction drawings (Preferred)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience in BlueBeam, BuilderTrend and BuildOps, Procore, and other project management software (a bonus)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and people skills
• Proficient in typing on a keyboard
• Professional conduct, problem-solving mindset, and team spirit
• Self-starter with initiative and independence
• Committed to personal growth and improvement