What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at NESC Staffing?
Analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, owner contracts and other documentation to prepare estimates or portions of estimates on assigned projects
Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below.
Assist in determining a subcontractor / vendor list, solicit subcontractors and suppliers for bids, and assure established coverage goals for each scope of work is met
Coordinate, attend and run project site visits
Prepare Bid Packages in iSqFt and / or Excel
Prepare instructions to bidders, scopes of work, bid form and other project specific bid solicitation information as required
Perform and / or manage the quantity take-offs and unit pricing to develop estimates on a trade-by-trade basis
Prepare qualifications that identifies and communicates document discrepancies, missed scope, deviations from documents, and the approach to the project
Evaluate documents and design to prepare proactive cost savings options and accurate alternates
Coordinate / Manage the distribution of all documents, including addenda and RFI responses, to subcontractors, vendors, and the project team
Utilize On Screen Takeoff (OST), ISqFt, Microsoft Project, T-Line and other selected future software used in the estimating process
Coordinate and ensure all new subcontractors and vendors information are added to iSqFt, including participation of bid invites
Maintain the flow of project information and documentation during the bidding and pre-construction process
Assist with the preparation of the project schedule, list of long lead items, and logistics plans
Maintain a working sub-list of qualified subcontractors. This responsibility also includes tracking Union and Non-union sub-lists in ISqft
Actively participate in industry, client, and community relation events.
