What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Estimator position at Denham-Blythe?
Denham-Blythe Company is a people-focused, design-build construction company committed to providing the best possible construction service in the industry. We exceed expectations in order to earn clients' trust for life. Founded in 1976, Denham-Blythe has completed over 10,000 projects to date, with 90% of our projects with repeat clients.
The Construction Estimator is responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full estimates on large and complex projects as required by client’s documents and provides complete conceptual and total bid price.
Essential Functions
- Reviews and evaluates requests for estimates.
- Helps to prepare a bid calendar and ensures timely completion of estimates.
- Reviews estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracy.
- Helps to lead and mentor the other Estimators in the Department.
- Creates job folders.
- Reviews construction documents and understands scope of work to bid.
- Executes take-offs of construction documents.
- Inputs take-offs into estimating software.
- Obtains pricing for materials.
- Coordinates scope of work with subcontractors for estimating and obtaining bids.
- Prepares cost analysis by recapitulating material, labor, equipment, subcontractor and overhead costs incurred in the installation of items.
- Makes an estimate where predetermined standard(s) are not available.
- Informs VP of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted items or computer database.
- Helps develop the bidder list for projects.
- Notifies and coordinates with Engineering Department for missing or unclear items.
- Develops and maintains resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.
- Attends departmental meetings as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills
- Organizational and time management skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent project management skills
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects
- Strong coaching and management skills
- Self-motivated
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business
- Experience in Construction, specifically in Industrial and Commercial
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Estimating
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Construction estimating: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
