What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Allied Power?
Position Description:
The estimator is responsible for developing cost estimates on routine small projects under direct supervision for construction as required by clients’ documents.
Essential Functions:
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Reviews construction documents and understands scope of work to bid.
- Executes take-offs of construction documents.
- Inputs take-offs into a computer spreadsheet.
- Obtains pricing for materials.
- Obtains bids from subcontractors.
- Prepares cost analysis in computer by recapitulating material, labor, equipment, subcontractor and overhead costs incurred in the installation of items.
- Where predetermined standard(s) are not available, makes an estimate.
- Informs the immediate supervisor of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted items or computer database.
- Develops and maintains resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.
- Attends departmental meetings as required.
- Photocopies documents and plans.
Competencies:
- Collaboration Skills.
- Communication Proficiency.
- Ethical Conduct.
- Thoroughness.
- Time Management.
Physical Demands:
Mostly sedentary position. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Required Education, Experience, Certification and Licenses:
- Associates Degree in Business Management, Finance, Construction Management; or equivalent training similar field
- Familiarity with Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE) standards and practices, preferred
- Microsoft Office experience
- Mechanical experience, preferred
- Electrical experience, preferred
Allied Power, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Allied Power, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. At Allied Power, we are committed to transparency and employee well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, health insurance plans (medical, dental, and vision), generous paid time off, and a retirement savings plan with company matching. Additionally, we provide life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and opportunities for continuous learning and development. Please note that paid time off (PTO) is available for eligible positions.
Salary : $90,000 - $125,000