ESTIMATOR

This position is responsible for the development of project estimates.

In this role you will…

• Review identified business opportunities with Estimating Manager in order to determine necessary personnel to successfully complete the estimate.
• Ensure that any bid bonds (if required) have been requested in a timely manner, all scopes of work have proper subcontractor support, and any necessary information that has to be submitted as part of the proposal (i.e. reps & certs) is ready for submission with the estimate.
• Review all estimates prior to submission to ensure that all scopes of work are accounted for in the proposal. Verify that all bid documents are included in the proposal.
• Develop a scheduling plan for each project with respective Project Manager.
• Oversee the development of a proposal schedule for each estimate, if required.
• Assist with estimating change orders as needed.
• Oversee the coordination between the Cost/ Estimating Management personnel, Schedule Management personnel and each Project Management Team.
• Take responsibility of project from decision to pursue through contract award.

As the ideal candidate you…

• Have previous construction management experience.
• Have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in related field.
• Are able to plan, organize and communicate with customers/ stakeholders.

Note: Definition – Customers/ Stakeholders are Owner, Architect, Engineer, Subcontractor, Supplier, Public Officials, any other entity associated with the project and respective entities’ personnel.

• Have proven successful project history. (Cost, Customer Service, Quality, Safety and Schedule)
• Work as employment necessitates.
• Have working knowledge of MS Office Suite, MS Project, Primavera, OnScreen Takeoff, SmartBid (or other bid management software)

Expectations in this role include…

• Managing the estimates for $25 - 200M/ year of estimates.

• Dependability in meeting attendance guidelines. Manage schedule and assigned personnel schedules.
• Participation in the analysis, deployment, implementation and maintenance of company policies and procedures.
• Showing initiative in seeking increased responsibilities and volunteer readily for additional assignments when needed.
• Effectively perform employment responsibilities balancing the utilization of time versus costs.
• Being progressive in increasing job knowledge and exhibit ability to learn and apply new skills.
• Making timely decisions using sound and accurate judgment while keeping appropriate people informed in the decision process.
• Identifying problems, gathering and analyzing information skillfully. Consults with entities associated and affected by issue.
• Continually reviewing progress of projects to verify requirements are achieved and identify issues for resolution early in project lifecycle.
• Organizing and prioritizing work activities while utilizing efficient time management skills in meeting deadlines or staying on schedule with projects.
• The use of strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with all levels of employees, Ross Group management, and outside partners such as owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Educate staff on company policies and procedures, providing what an employee’s requirements are and providing why the policy or procedure was implemented.
• Meet established goals while demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness to ensure quality of work.

You are physically able to…

• Operate a computer, telephone and other commonly used business-related items.
• Put in extended hours and handle rapidly changing priorities to accomplish project goals.
• Attend and participate in meetings.
• Travel on short notice.