Estimator

Job Description Summary:

Overall planning and management of estimating activities for specific construction projects, including preparation, interpretation and presentation of estimates.

Job Description:

• POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• •Review project plans, requirements and specifications
• •Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
• •Coordinate subcontract solicitations and jobwalks
• •Determine labor and construction equipment costs
• •Prepare conceptual estimates
• •Meet and maintain bidding and work schedules
• •Submit requisitions for purchase of materials
• •Compare competitive trade bids
• •Review preliminary quotes and pre-bid estimates with Project Manager Secure all bid documents (bid forms and quote letters)
• •Prepare subcontractor bid list and submit drawings to subcontractors
• •Participate in bid compilation on bid day
• •Assist jobsite staff with estimates after bid award
• •Perform post-bid buyouts (if applicable)
• •Maintain good relationship with suppliers and subcontractors
• •Supervise and train estimating staff (if applicable)
• •Complete other responsibilities as assigned

• MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• •Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• •Minimum 3 years project engineering or related experience
• •Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
• •Ability to make accurate judgments and calculations
• •Working knowledge of construction costs and principles
• •Estimating experience (quantity takeoffs, purchasing accounting; engineering design knowledge and project management experience desirable)
• •Drafting and computer skills
• •Maintain current client relationships
• •Prepare and submit project proposals and prepare project team for presentations
• •Prepare proposals, presentations, brochures and other communications materials
• •Assist in contract negotiations as requested by Division Manager
• •Provide preconstruction services to current and prospective clients
• •Professional sales training
• •8 years’ experience in marketing, preferably in the construction industry
• •Knowledge of fee structure and contract forms
• •Knowledge of construction industry and market
• •Contract negotiating skills
• •Ability to produce highly professional proposals and presentations
• •Effective interpersonal skills
• •Excellent English language verbal and written communications skills