What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Saarman Construction, Ltd.?
Estimator
Overall management of construction projects, resulting in successful project completion to exceed client 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, 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 desirable)
- Excellent computer skills