Description

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for reading and understanding civil, structural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and architectural plans for completing take-offs and estimating products for construction of multi-family and similar projects for private, public & governmental clients. Incumbent is expected to have excellent attendance and communication skills, possess the ability to build lasting business relationships, and exhibit professionalism.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Visit various sites for pre-bid meetings to see site conditions as needed to prepare a viable proposal, job site field measuring when required
• Responsible for accurately performing take-offs
• Submit RFI's to owners for clarification of project documents, etc.
• Responsible for accurately interpreting specifications relating to the project
• Work with design firm and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of bids for proposal
• Review estimates for accuracy and exclusions prior to submission
• Follow up with clients after proposal submission
• Prepare submittals as per the specifications and ensure receipt of an approved set for the corporate office files
• Oversee all documentation relating to bids, take-offs and recommended contracts
• Actively work with project managers to ensure that estimated quantities and materials ordered are alike
• Submit and track project submittals

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

• Work Experience: Minimum of 5 years estimating experience with multi-family projects; Ability to use Procore, Adobe Pro, AutoCAD, and experience with Timberline Estimating software a plus
• Must be a self-starter and have excellent time management and organizational skills
• Detail oriented, business letter-writing skills, good documentation skills, customer service skills
• Proper phone etiquette
• Negotiating and analytical skills with strong mathematical ability
• Full knowledge of products and estimating abilities for material take-offs
• Able to overcome objections and handle rejection
• Positive team attitude; ability to get along with people
• Problem solving capabilities
• Able to work under pressure
• Strength in prioritizing, organizing and executing tasks
• Ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, owners and vendors
• Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
• Must be able to travel long distances in personally-owned vehicle on short notice to and from assigned job locations

Education and Experience:

• College Degree
• Previous work in an office environment with customer service skills
• Valid Drivers License
• Five years previous estimating experience preferred

Physical Demands:

• Ability to drive between jobsites and use own or company vehicles and equipment to perform job functions. Valid Drivers License required
• Ability to perform basic data entry, keyboarding, and mouse functions to complete job duties timely and efficiently
• Moderate physical activity, such as walking, carrying, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

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