About Company

F.D. Thomas, Inc. (FDT) is one of the largest coating and specialty contractors in the United States with offices in California, Oregon, Washington, and the East Coast. FDT is headquartered in Central Point, OR.

FDT is a wholly owned operating company of ASRC Industrial (AIS). AIS was founded in 2016 by Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC), an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971. As part of an ANC all our operating companies are Minority Business Enterprises (MBE). We help our clients meet their diversity spending objectives while also providing sustainable returns for our nearly 13,500 Iñupiat shareholders.

We offer competitive salaries and full range of benefits including: generous PTO plan, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K (100% match up to 4% eligible compensation) and 100% immediate vesting, basic and supplemental life insurance, short-term and long-term disability as well as other benefits.

Job Summary: The Senior Estimator II is responsible for preparing, developing, and coordinating the preparation of full estimates for large and complex projects and services related to below grade and above grade waterproofing industry. Develop, produce, and maintain production units according to industry standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze and evaluate project plans, specifications, scope, difficulty, and any other requirements necessary to prepare a job cost estimate and assemble bid packages
• Prepare conceptual estimates and/or budgets
• Prepare accurate quantity take-offs and unit pricing using established company production rates
• When quantity survey is complete; establish profit & overhead for project if requested
• Use the Request for Information (RFI) process when information is lacking (document appropriately)
• Inform VP of Estimating of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in plans and specifications
• Maintain in the job file, all correspondence records and notes for the project being bid (log all bid documents)
• Review and analyze all quotes to assure they meet the standards and specifications for the project
• Communicate with General Contractor's, owners, vendors, and trades
• Secure vendor pricing and select vendors and subcontractors by their cost effectiveness for each project
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to completely cover scope in the most cost-effective way
• Immediately respond to any vendor or subcontractor questions; resolve issues immediately and completely
• Get written documentation on vendor and subcontractor quotes
• Be proficient in project principals, policies, and procedures and apply them during course of work
• Participate in (and may lead) weekly planning meetings with estimating staff
• Assist PMs with Buyouts on projects
• Assist Project Manager with purchasing and any change orders on projects estimated as requested
• Ensure Quality Assurance/Quality Checks are always in place
• Job close out and review
• Attend pre-job meetings
• Attend all estimating meetings
• Attend project job walks as assigned
• Be available on all bid days to assist in the collection and review of incoming quotes
• Provide value engineering as requested
• While it is impossible to list every duty that may be asked of an employee, the Employer may ask that an employee do other duties as the business need arises.

Key Requirements, Education, and Experience:

• Minimum of 15 years' experience in construction and estimating
• Degree or certification in related field
• Strong working knowledge of Constructware and / or Viewpoint
• 10- 15 years formal experience in estimating commercial construction projects or experience in the planning or managing of engineering design or construction, or experience in overseeing large engineering projects.
• Professional education and/or experience in the construction and/or relevant industries
• Thorough understanding of estimating and/or construction management
• Significant level of overall experience in the design/construction field, specifically industrial and commercial construction
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent math and organizational skills
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft (i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) with an ability to accurately learn new software quickly
• Bidding - Gross Sales & Gross Margin
• Accurate & Timely Bid Tasks
• Take Offs
• Leads - Projects secured
• Communication; Documentation; Organization
• Securing Vendor Pricing
• Supervision of Estimators and/or Interns

Travel: Occasionally

EEO Statement:

ASRC Industrial and its operating companies affords equal opportunity in employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, pregnancy, familial status, disability status, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under Federal, State or Local law. ASRC Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.