Sage Estimator

Primary Talent Partners has a 12 month contract opening for either an Estimator II or Estimator III to join a national energy & utilities company for a hybrid position operating out of either Plainfield, IN or Cincinnati OH. 

Pay for Estimator II: $40.00/hr - $49.00/hr (based on experience & academia)
Pay for Estimator III: $50.00/hr - $59.00/hr (based on experience & academia)
Contract: 12 months, extensions likely, conversion possible
Type: W-2, cannot support C2C or provide visa sponsorship; no PTO or benefits; ACA compliant medical package available for enrollment 
Hybrid: Onsite 50% in either Plainfield, IN or Cincinnati, OH. 

Responsibilities:

• Prepare estimates for use in planning, organizing and scheduling work. 
• Analyze drawings and other documents to prepare time, cost, materials and labor estimates.
• Conduct periodic site visits to confirm work methods and work approaches are consistent with the estimate. 
• Assess project cost performance by tracking actuals against contractor bids or the project estimate. 
• Communicate with engineering, construction or sub-contractors on proposed changes and adjustments to cost estimates.  
• Prepare cost reports and projections as requested by management.
• Establish cost monitoring and reporting mechanism and procedures.
• Establish a mechanism to continuously update cost and man-hour databases.
• Communicating with supervisors, peers and subordinates to obtain and supply information. 
• Communicating with persons outside the organization including sub-contractors, the public or regulators as directed by management.  
• Securing information by observation, email, telephone, corporate databases and the Internet. 
• Establishing and maintaining constructive and cooperative working relationships. 
• Estimating sizes, distances and quantities and determining time, costs, resources, equipment and materials required for specific work activities. 
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to identify the best solutions to problems.  Organizing, planning and prioritizing assigned work. 
• Resolving conflicts and negotiating with others.  
• Thinking creatively.
• Developing and sustaining team spirit.
• Using provided software and technology.
• Performing assigned administrative duties.
• Updating and using relevant knowledge and information. 
• Interpreting the meaning of information to others.
• Providing consultation and advice to others.
• Analyzing data and information

Qualifications:

• Prefer a BS in Engineering or Construction Management
• 8 years of relevant field experience.
• Demonstrated experience using Sage Estimating software for developing accurate and comprehensive construction cost estimates.
• Proficiency in creating, modifying, and maintaining estimating assemblies that incorporate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Experience managing and maintaining Sage estimating cost libraries and databases, including updating pricing, production rates, and company standards.
• Ability to develop standardized templates, assemblies, and workflows to improve estimating accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, cost analysis, budgeting, and bid preparation processes.
• Experience collaborating with preconstruction, project management, procurement, and operations teams to support project planning and execution. 

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at info@primarytalentpartners.com

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