Estimator - Mission Critical

About the role

An Estimator prepares estimates for various projects, shares responsibility for cost accuracy with the project team, and assists other estimators and managers in all types of estimating tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepares estimates for potential projects using hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating
• Reads and understands contract documents (plans, specifications & addenda)
• Performs quantity take-offs, organizes and prices information
• Solicits bids and quotes from subcontractors and suppliers
• Communicates with subs and suppliers to clarify pricing information
• Prepares estimate formats in areas such as general conditions, general bidding, quantity takeoffs, and bid analysis
• Assists with the preparation of bid proposals for submittal
• Prepares outline schedules for proposed projects
• Assists staff members with various special projects related to estimating
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management related field, or equivalent education and experience
• At least 1 year of experience in estimating commercial construction projects, showing competence in hard-bid, design-build, and conceptual estimating
• Excellent working knowledge of Timberline and Excel software
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to operate office equipment, such as computer, printer, phone, copier, fax, etc.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Appropriate knowledge of construction practices and methods
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Primavera systems preferred

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Family Support
• Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
• Paid time off
• Time Away Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Group Legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program