Full-time · MA, United States
T&K Asphalt Services, Inc.
Job Description
Our fast-growing company is seeking a construction estimator intern to assist our team of senior estimators. We need someone with strong math skills and excellent communication skills to write proposals, cost estimates, and detailed takeoffs on our construction projects. The ideal candidate will have 3 years of experience in the construction industry, preferably in estimating and/or site work.
THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION! IN OFFICE POSITION ONLY!
Please note this position is subject to seasonal layoff for roughly 6-8 weeks.
Job Responsibilities
Develop estimate budgets from various types of bid documents and specifications
Provide information to Subcontractors and Vendors
Estimate time, labor, construction materials, and product costs to determine overall cost for construction projects
Provide accurate and clear quantity takeoff information to provide a detailed list of materials and assess the total construction costs
Solicit quotes and follow-up for quotable materials, equipment, and subcontractors
Collaborate & assist Senior Estimators with various tasks
Thoroughly read plans and specifications and review for accurate scope of work and means & methods assessment.
Ensure thorough and accurate quantity takeoffs
Evaluate proposals, specifications, blueprints, and construction documents to understand the project as a whole
Work closely with the construction project managers to oversee and coordinate the bid process for vendors and subcontractors
Work with the sales team and operation team to develop estimates
Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends
Perform additional duties as assigned
PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Construction, site-work or excavation experience preferred
College Degree in construction or civil engineering or related field with 1 year of intern experience will be considered
Organized, detail oriented, the ability to multi-task, and adapt
Prioritize workload and consistently meet deadlines in response to changing tasks and demands
Ability to work well under pressure
Excellent communication skills
Strong analytical and math skills
Team player who is willing to contribute positively to the culture
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Constant use of speech, hearing, and sight abilities, repetitive use of hands and wrists, handling, grasping, and reaching using computers, telephones, fax machines, and other office equipment
Prolonged periods of sitting while performing desktop activities, frequent lifting, and carrying of up to 5-10lbs of paperwork and files, frequently bends and stoops while obtaining files in lower drawers