Estimator II

Description

• Proactively identifies and pursues target customers and projects in alignment with Marek goals
• Develops a strong customer base along with a position of credibility and influence in the market
• Effectively assesses and prioritizes opportunities to bid
• Effectively balances potential risks and rewards when negotiating
• Assumes a safety leadership role and gains the respect of peers, crew and customers for safety leadership
• Effectively transfers project knowledge acquired during estimating and bidding phases to production team, including both project manager and field leadership
• Influences recommendations, project scope, decision criteria, schedule, etc. on the front end to best position Marek and customer for win-win outcomes
• Delivers a complete, well-informed customer presentation
• Works closely with potential suppliers, manufacturers and subcontractors on quotes
• Breaks down all expenses (including labor, materials, equipment and other resources), factors in the schedule, any risks or constraints, customer relationship, supplier relationships, market pricing and other bidders and plans the project budget
• Communicates with GCs to obtain and evaluate any additional job specific information, including walking prospective jobs w/ customers
• Addresses safety issues within Marek and with the customer, regardless of origin or cause, leading to a positive resolution
• Reviews plans, drawings, specifications, schedule and may visit construction site to note geographic features, site access, logistics for material staging, etc.
• Actively participates in industry or related organizations
• Demonstrates commitment to safety on the jobsite through leading or collaborating on toolbox talks, stretch and flex, and by recognizing and remediating safety hazards on jobsite walks.
• Creates and maintains close, trusting relationships with customers and potential customers
• Accurately assesses all factors of project scope which may affect cost, including probable scope which may have been left out or is unspecified
• Develops insights into customers’ business plans with their clients

Requirements

• Proficient with construction practices and estimating methods
• Experience with estimating, scheduling and/or project management technology (Quick Bid, On-Screen Take-Off, project management and blueprint collaboration software such as Bluebeam, PlanGrid, etc.)
• Field exposure or experience a plus
• 2+ years of progressive experience in commercial construction industry estimating and managing projects, preferably in general contracting and/or drywall and interiors
• Strong numerical and reasoning skills
• Understands and articulates customer’s safety program and expectations
• Strong relationship building skills
• Cultivates intelligence on the market and project, including the competitor landscape, and utilizes to effectively price and compete for business
• Proven track record partnering with the field on project delivery
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products; specifically Outlook, Word and Excel
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field of study or High School Diploma/GED with equivalent work experience
• Consistently secures profitable and/or strategic customers and projects
• Manages time and abilities to deliver an on-time bid

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance