What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator - Construction position at Metro Environmental Services?
Company:
Trusted since 2002, Metro Environmental Services (MES) is an industry-leading environmental and construction organization. We offer full-service solutions for clients who store, consume, or sell petroleum products.
Primary Focus:
The estimator’s primary responsibility is to prepare construction estimates that focus on environmental and fuel facility related projects. The estimator is responsible to analyze projects, create take offs, utilize subcontractors/suppliers, and collaborate with the MES staff in order to produce an accurate and complete estimate.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:
- Prepare accurate and complete estimates for environmental and fuel facility related projects.
- Create accurate take offs for all phases of construction using material costs and labor breakdowns.
- Obtain prices from vendors and subcontractors for materials, equipment, and services.
- Perform site visits and attends bid walks and pre-bid conferences as needed to determine site constraints, logistics, etc.
- Work with Junior Estimator to thoroughly complete bid packages.
- Responsible for proposal writing functions ensuring estimates are consistent, well-written, and complete.
- Prepare written correspondence and technical reports as required.
- Attend and contribute to weekly estimating meetings.
- Hold estimating transfer meetings for all awarded projects with the construction team.
- Contact clients, customers, and government representatives to discuss items relevant to the proposed work.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years of estimating experience in the construction, environmental, or similar industry.
- Must be detail-oriented while also having the ability to work quickly and efficiently.
- Ability to manage and generate project estimates for projects ranging from $25,000 up to $5,000,000.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite with advanced knowledge of excel.
- Knowledge of Cost Estimating Software is preferred.
- Ability to read plans and other project documents.
Pump and Tank Construction | Environmental Remediation | General Construction | Fuel Facility Maintenance | Tank and Line Testing | Environmental Compliance and Engineering | Groundwater Sampling and Soil Boring
We have many long-term employees; however, due to our success and growth, we are seeking candidates for many new opportunities. This is an exciting, thriving Company with a proven track record. Come join us!
Salary : $75,000 - $104,998