What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at PURIS Corporation, LLC?
EstimatorAbout PURIS:PURIS operates across North America as one of the largest independent trenchless rehabilitation providers with 900 employees dedicated to building lasting infrastructure with smart, sustainable resource management. The PURIS Family of Companies provide trenchless renewal solutions in the water, wastewater, and stormwater markets. Our environmentally friendly solutions work within the existing infrastructure to save time, minimize environmental impact, and cause fewer community disruptions. With an unrivaled toolbox of technologies, PURIS has the RIGHT solution for each project.Job Summary:Under the direction of the Area Director, the Estimator is responsible for developing competitive, responsible, and responsive estimates to meet our client’s needs: Essential Job Accountabilities: Review drawings, specifications and project site conditions; record findings and solicit input from field operations to generate production assumptionsReview “take-off” quantities to ensure accuracy of dataCompile cost of labor, materials, equipment, and other applicable factorsCommunicate with owners, subcontractors, public and private entities to ensure completeness of estimateAnalyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of the bidUtilize existing cost history for pricing analysisPresent estimate and participate in bid reviews with senior managementPerform turn over meetings with operational teams to ensure a seamless transition of means and methodsDevelop and maintain business relationships to increase bid opportunities in the regional marketParticipate in a safety program to meet or exceed the company’s safety standards and foster a culture of safetyPromote quality standards and take steps to provide a product and service that is a source of pride for our company and exceeds expectations for our customersPreferred Knowledge & Skills:Proficiency with MS Office products & HCSS estimating software or similar5 years of estimating experience, preferably with sewer and water projectsKnowledge of civil engineering principles, construction principles and equipment capabilitiesExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsBenefits:Comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes medical/Rx, dental, vision, critical illness and accident insurance, and short-term disability.Several 100% company-paid benefits including:Life Insurance Long-term disabilityEmployee assistance programBonus program401(k) savings plan with company matchGenerous PTO10 paid holidaysTuition reimbursementCareer advancement opportunities Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled.