The Estimator must have direct experience in commercial concrete construction and should have experience in estimating/pursuing project awards, conducting internal preparation meetings upon award. BS in Building Construction or equivalent preferred. Tilt-Up and vertical estimating experience ideal. Must have ability to estimate several projects simultaneously while also performing other administrative duties. Must be an exceptional communicator and have positive energy. Building and maintaining client relationships is an essential part of this position.
You will take off quantities and digitize drawings using a take-off software and input those quantities into the pricing spreadsheet. You will provide support to the Senior Estimator when necessary. Individual will also be held responsible for:
- Meet with the Field Operations Team and the Safety Department for a preliminary sequencing, form work, budget, and logistics plan, etc.
- Communicate with the client throughout the process to ensure our plan is also acceptable.
- Develop a critical path schedule and discuss the logic behind the sequence.
- Meet with form work suppliers to discuss their ideas for a more efficient cycle.
- Discuss rebar, and post tension quantities and variances with subcontractors.
- Analyze proposals and scopes of work from clients and subcontractors.
- Lead the internal estimate review meeting.
- Prepare client presentation materials. (Pour plan, form work plan, 3-D models etc.…)
- Price and reconcile drawing changes from drawing set to drawing set.
- Ask questions and brainstorm for the best way to build a complex structure.
- Solicit input from others, and share “lessons learned” with the team.
- Attend post bid interviews as needed.
- Walk the job on occasion to receive feedback for future estimates
This position reports directly to the Senior Estimator with dotted line responsibility to the Estimating Executive.
Minimum Requirements
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- Experience in commercial concrete construction.
- 4-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Detail oriented in a fast-paced environment.
- Able to communicate effectively with personnel at all organizational levels as well as with customers and vendors.
- Highly organized.
- Comfortable in handling large files and confidential data.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Possess the ability to visualize 2-D drawings in 3-D and explain your means and methods in simple terms.
- Driven to learn more about the technical aspect of concrete construction.
In addition to the above listed minimum requirements, candidates who possess the following skills, experience, and capabilities may receive greater consideration during the evaluation process:
- OSHA Certification
- Document Control Experience
- Construction modeling / Tekla