Estimator is responsible for preparing estimates by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents. Identifies labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents. Computes costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements. Estimator will work closely with clients and estimating teams throughout the pre-construction phases of various projects.

Job Description:

• Resolve all pricing options and target the appropriate price for the project.
• Identify areas for training with estimators and interns.
• Gather information from local government and private entities that may affect project (i.e., permits, hearings, etc.).
• Assist in leading addendum log and documents from customers/clients during the bid process.
• Complete quantity takeoffs and summations of materials.
• Solicit trade partners, obtain bid estimates, and time projections for preparing vendor proposal comparisons and estimate summary sheets.
• Provide assistance to data input into estimating software program(s).
• Build Project Estimates.
• Prepare, organize, and coordinate Request for Proposal documents.
• Prepare, and coordinate schedules, utilizing schedule information to estimate General Contractor’s and other scheduled items.
• Participate in plan and estimate review meetings, other project review meetings, and site investigations, as needed.
• Solicit new bidders when needed and obtain necessary documents for inclusion in future projects.
• Capture historical cost data and perform archive filing.
• Corresponds and contacts sales reps to obtain missing info, recommends change or substitution to improve cost, delivery, or product.
• Interprets customer requirements and prepares and revises quotations based upon takeoffs, emails, and specifications.
• Interacts with sales reps and internal personnel to provide accurate bidding.
• Works from emails, takeoffs, drawings, bid forms, verbal and written requests to prepare quotes.
• Reports directly to the department supervisor.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Provides technical product support to designers and customers as related to the quotes.

General Requirements:

• 5 Years relevant experience in constrution estimating
• Microsoft Office, Procore
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Customer service
• Experience reading and interpreting specs, plans, and blueprints
• Organinzed and srtives for accuracy
• Work efficiently under pressure
• Meets deadlines