What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator - RCLP position at Ratcliff Companies?
- Are you a top-notch, detail oriented, out of the box thinking Commercial Construction Estimator that is eager for a new challenge?
- Do you feel stuck in your current position and want an opportunity to become part of a team that feels like family?
- Do you enjoy making an impact and feeling valued?
Ratcliff Constructors, LP is looking for an estimator to join our team!
Our Estimators must be organized, proactive, forward-thinking individuals to compile bids and manage bid day activities. Candidates must have a high level of demonstrated excellence in owning the entire estimating process to include: setting up estimates, preliminary estimating, estimating general conditions and self-performed scopes of work, management of negotiated and hard bid estimates, experience putting together high-end proposals, as well as compiling presentations for both internal and external clients.
It is critical that candidates have a proven record of conceptual estimates that can be relied upon. The right candidate understands all aspects and risks of a project and effectively anticipates issues and adjusts accordingly during the estimating phase of a project. Must be able to administer complete project scope analysis, read plans and other plan spec documents to adequately perform job duties. Must be able to quickly analyze subcontractor and supplier pricing and verify scope of work including inclusions and exclusions. An in-depth knowledge of writing subcontracts, purchase orders, and reviewing owner contracts is a plus.
This position will work past project securement in our team atmosphere and lend support to our project teams. Estimators are involved for the duration of the project to address any issues, planning and scheduling that may have modified or faltered from the original plan. Must have strong interpersonal skills and good relationships with Private Owner’s and the architectural community to help build and maintain relationships to extend the Ratcliff network of customers & partners.
Desired Skills:
- Ideal candidates will have a minimal of 5 years commercial estimating with a successful project portfolio to include projects from 5 million, with preferred experience in projects from 15 - 50 million.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline preferred
- Experience with programs and software to include CMiC, ProCore, On Center Takeoff, & Microsoft Projects preferred. Experience with Microsoft suite, specifically Microsoft Excel proficiency required.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, conflict resolution, organizational skills required
- Understanding of cost estimating practices, development., and implementation
- Ability to thrive under pressure and drive tangible results
- Strong critical and innovative problem solving skills required
We are looking for an Estimator who will embrace our core values of SAFETY, TEAMWORK, INTEGRITY, EXCELLENCE & FAMILY ORIENTED. We believe that “Through great relationships, we build great things”!
We offer competitive pay and benefits that include: Medical, dental & vision insurance, disability and life insurance, paid vacation, sick, maternity leave, excellent 401(k) and a host of other perks.
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