What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at RPC Company?
Seeking an Estimator and a Senior Estimator to join our growing team.
*Scaffolding or commercial and/or industrial equipment knowledge and experience preferred*
Responsibilities include:
- Review project plans, specifications, and related documents to determine the scope of work and material requirements.
- Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for equipment, materials, labor, and subcontractor services.
- Analyze blueprints, drawings, and technical documents to identify potential cost savings or project challenges.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and vendors to gather pricing and technical data for bids.
- Develop and submit competitive bid proposals within deadlines.
- Maintain and update pricing databases and cost history records for future reference.
- Conduct site visits to assess conditions, verify measurements, and gather necessary data for accurate estimates.
- Communicate with suppliers and vendors to obtain current pricing, availability, and delivery schedules.
- Evaluate subcontractor bids for accuracy, scope coverage, and compliance with project specifications.
- Support contract negotiation by providing cost breakdowns and clarifying scope assumptions.
- Track awarded projects to compare actual costs to estimates and identify areas for improvement.
- Ensure estimates comply with company policies, safety standards, and client requirements.
- Assist in developing budgets, schedules, and forecasts for ongoing and upcoming projects.
- Prepare cost reports and participate in project handoffs to the operations team
Salary : $80,000 - $110,000