Estimator

Overview

Estimate construction/fabrication costs using Excel, TEKLA, and project documents.

Key Responsibilities

• tekla modeling
• take-off
• cost estimation
• bid administration
• time studies
• client communication

Tasks

-Communicate with customer, vendors, erectors, engineers, architects, and salesmen to ensure the design intent is understood and bid requirements are followed. -Perform time studies, change order estimates, and assist in sub-out fabrication as needed. -Obtain review and approval of estimates prior to submitting and route the estimates to the applicable parties once the bid has been submitted. -Prepare complete estimated pricing and proposals with comprehensive descriptions of all included and excluded items, presented in a professional manner. -Fill out all required bid forms and schedule information. -Perform take-off of all steel and buyout items and enter into TEKLA as required and/or obtain quotes on items that are bought out. -Responsible for bid administration in preparing full estimates on complex work. -Apply labor rates and hours per standard guidelines established for the type of members or frames entered into TEKLA. -Research construction documents and analyze specifications.

Requirements

• excel
• bluebeam
• tekla
• bachelor's
• estimator
• time management

What You Bring

-Must be able to sit and work on a computer most of the workday. -Requires some overtime and weekend work. -Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Bluebeam, and TEKLA EPM. -The ability to recognize and manage their own work schedule when overtime is required to meet customer & in house-imposed deadlines. -The ideal candidate will be very proficient in all aspects of excel takeoff, creating and manipulation of spreadsheets that transfer to multifaceted bid forms, often requiring complex formulas. Experience in understanding all aspects of unit pricing when there is little or no definitive information available to develop those unit prices is a big plus. -Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or Construction Management and/or a minimum of 5 - 7years of experience as an Estimator with a major structural steel fabricator is preferred -Must be capable of multi-tasking and be efficient in time management. -Must be able to read and understand blueprints and architectural drawings. -Must be able to work in a high-pressure environment to meet deadlines. -Lexicon University

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Benefits

-Paid WEEKLY -401k with company match -Paid Holidays and Vacation -May require some overnight travel. -Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance -Life Insurance -HSA with employer contributions -Compensation will be based upon experience.

About Lexicon, Inc.

-Founded with a mission to provide cutting-edge engineering and design services. -Specializes in delivering customized solutions for energy, utilities, and infrastructure projects. -Works on large-scale projects, including water resource management, commercial buildings, and renewable energy. -Known for its innovative approach and commitment to solving complex industry challenges. -Over the years, the company has expanded its portfolio, becoming a trusted partner for both public and private sectors. -Has successfully delivered projects across North America and internationally, with a reputation for reliability and quality.

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