What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Saarman Construction, Ltd.?
Estimator
Overall management of construction project estimating, resulting in maintaining a healthy pipeline of work and meeting/exceeding our clients' expectations.
Responsibilities
- Review project plans, requirements, and specifications
- Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing
- Coordinate subcontract solicitations and job walks
- Determine labor and construction equipment costs
- Prepare conceptual estimates
- Meet and maintain bidding and work schedules
- Submit requisitions for the purchase of materials
- Compare competitive trade bids
- Review preliminary quotes and pre-bid estimates with the Project Manager, and secure all bid documents (bid forms and quote letters)
- Prepare subcontractor bid list and submit drawings to subcontractors
- Participate in bid compilation on bid day
- Assist job site staff with estimates after the bid award
- Perform post-bid buyouts (if applicable)
- Maintain good relationships with suppliers and subcontractors
- Supervise and train estimating staff (if applicable)
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
- Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum 3 years of project engineering or related experience
- Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
- Ability to make accurate judgments and calculations
- Working knowledge of construction costs and principles
- Estimating experience (quantity takeoffs, purchasing accounting, engineering design knowledge, and project management experience is desirable)
- Excellent computer skills