What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Baker Construction?
Estimator Role
Become part of a team that prioritizes people, invests in their development, and offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth at Baker Construction.
This role is integral to building the future of our company, collaborating across diverse teams, and diving headfirst into complex challenges with industry experts.
You will have everything you need to define your career on your terms, working with a team that values ambition and rewards initiative.
Job Summary
The Estimator prepares time, cost, and labor estimates for assigned projects, applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, and/or processes. They also follow up with clients to overcome obstacles and provide ongoing support for awarded contracts.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and quantify construction elements
- Enter quantities into estimating software for pricing
- Provide initial data for Commence software
- Offer specifications documents to identify insurance requirements
- Send new contracts for review
- Contact and build relationships with vendors/suppliers to assess capabilities
- Analyze and scope vendors/suppliers to determine best value and project continuity
- Persuade vendors/suppliers to commit to best pricing
- Create estimate:
- Assemble quantities in pricing format
- Apply best value vendors/subs to estimate
- Determine baseline job duration
- Research construction history for techniques related to job elements and productivity
- Evaluate proposal language for reductions and final retentions
- Pack and send proposal on time
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, accounting or related field from an accredited college or university and 3 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft software programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficiency in Estimating software (such as Timberline, UScost, WinEst)
Competencies
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents, technical procedures, and government regulations
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
- Good listening skills
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference
