Woodward Design Build is a leader in the design and construction community with a culture that encourages innovation and offers challenging career opportunities. We are seeking a talented hardworking candidate that assists experienced estimators in the performance of their estimating duties.

The Assistant Estimator provides a training ground for the individual to perform meaningful tasks as they learn the processes and procedures of the pre-construction department and the company.

Woodward offers a supportive, rigorous, value-driven work environment and a wide range of exciting projects that will keep you challenged, motivated, and growing in your career.

QUALIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL SKILLS:

·Exhibit WDB’s core values of Reliability, Courage, Teamwork, Determination, and Humility in all actions.

·B.S degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.

·The Assistant Estimator will be given direction and mentored by a Senior Estimator.

·Demonstrates strong organizational and time management skills.

·Possess an understanding of Owner contracts, WDB subcontracts, and vendor contracts.

·The Assistant Estimator shows initiative in the performance of his or her duties.

·Can manage multiple tasks and have excellent follow-up skills both internally and externally.

·Demonstrates fundamental proficiency of oral and written communication skills.

·Collaborate effectively with other team members (listen, take directions).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·Ensure plans and specifications are up to date with all agenda items.

·Solicit and maintain communication with subcontractors and vendors.

·The Assistant Estimator transmits agenda and other bid information to subcontractors.

·Ensure that we have the proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day.

·Contact supply houses to obtain additional subcontractor bids.

·Review project plans and specifications for assigned sections.

·The Assistant Estimator performs quantity takeoff for assigned sections.

·Enter relevant takeoff information into bid estimates as directed.

·Develops a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned.

·Create Request for Information (RFI’s) and clarifications for specific trades assigned.

·Perform comprehensive “bid day” analysis and scoping of specific trades assigned.

·Assemble post bid binders as required.

·The Assistant Estimator double-checks all critical work deliverables to minimize mistakes.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

·Proficient in MS Office Suite

·Knowledge of computer operations and the following applications: Sage Estimating software, MS Project, Plan Swift, and Bluebeam preferred.

·Knowledge of estimating procedures, documents, pricing, take-offs, and cost analysis preferred.

·Effective use of estimating related software preferred.

·Knowledge of building information modeling applications preferred.