Estimator I

Description

• Invests time learning the industry and who the players are, including customers and competitors.
• Prepare shop drawings, product submittals and other project related information for distribution to project team.
• Participates in customer meetings may be alongside a more senior MAREK representative.
• Prepare and update project budgets and bid reports.
• Reviews plan, drawings, specifications, schedule, and may visit construction site to note geographic features, site access, logistics for material staging, etc.
• Champions MAREK’s Safety program.
• Breaks down all expenses (including labor, materials, equipment, and other resources), factors in the schedule, risks or constraints, customer relationship, supplier relationships, market pricing, other bidders, and plans the project budget.
• Communicates with clients to obtain and evaluate any additional job specific information, including walking prospective jobs with customers to resolve potential design issues.
• Accurately details proposals and assesses all factors of MAREK’s project scope which may affect cost, including probable scope which may have been left out or is unspecified.
• Effectively assesses and prioritizes opportunities to bid as well as evaluate project’s potential profitability.
• Obtain current construction documents for projects related to MAREK’s scope of work for pricing accordingly.
• Assist team members with material orders, sub-contractor payments, project questions, and any other general assistance that will prevent production delays.
• Builds rapport quickly with new contacts and begins building credibility and a network of customer contacts.
• Coordinates project field measurements and product orders in a timely manner and in line with MAREK standard operating procedures for collaboration between team members.
• Analyze historical costs and evaluate effectiveness of current pricing information. Consult with team members when discrepancies are found in cost data.

Requirements

• Field experience or exposure a plus.
• Knowledge of construction practices and project management methods.
• Experience or exposure to estimating, scheduling, and/or project management technology a plus. (Quick Bid, On-Screen Take-Off, Project Management and blueprint collaboration software such as Blue Beam Revu, Plan Grid, etc.)
• Maintain knowledge of wall assemblies, ceiling assemblies, and other drywall methods utilized as passive fire protection systems.
• Strong numerical and reasoning skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products; specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with Architectural AutoCAD detailer preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field of study or high school diploma/GED with equivalent work experience.
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong relationship building skills.
• 2+ years of progressive experience in the construction industry.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance