Estimator

Description

• Occasional lifting of items up to 25 lbs.
• Assist in coordination with the design team to provide constructability input and value engineering.
• Manage several projects at one time.
• Completing full quantity take-off and data entry of labor, equipment, and materials.
• Conduct initial analysis of drawings and specifications to ensure requirements information is provided.
• Conduct initial analysis of drawings and specifications to aid in establishing project requirements.
• Perform archive filing and historical cost data gathering.
• Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Schedule estimating team reviews.
• Compile information from daily meetings/activities and communicate to the project team in a clear and organized manner.
• Review, analyze, and interpret Contract Documents (RFP, specification, etc.)
• Aiding to produce an accurate estimate that includes subcontractor solicitation, quantity takeoffs, pricing analysis, proposal comparisons, and estimate summary sheets.
• Participate in project review meetings and site investigations as needed.
• The role may occasionally require working in high, precarious places; near fumes or airborne particles; and handling toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of team members, and outside vendors.
• Contributes to the team effort by exemplifying ESI’s Dependable, Dedicated, Dynamic estimating culture.
• Supports lead estimators in gathering information from local government and private entities that may affect projects (i.e. permits, hearings, etc.)

Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Demonstrates Leadership, integrity, perseverance, reliability, respect, and self-discipline.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite programs; specifically, Teams, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to produce basic logistical plans with some direction.
• Ability to assist in prioritizing tasks to hit project milestones.
• Skilled at problem-solving; resilient and determined to find or create solutions.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management and/or 1-4 years of industry/estimating experience.
• Ability to comprehend, simplify, and convey information clearly and concisely.
• Exemplifies a first-choice customer service attitude.
• Can effectively search, navigate, and interpret contract documents (plans, specifications, Geotech, RFI’s, ASI’s, CCD’s, etc.).
• Able to navigate and utilize bid solicitation software.
• Knowledge of construction fundamentals to assist in cost development.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with peers, upstream management, and vendors.
• Positive contribution to ESI’s culture and active participation in company events and programs.
• Constantly operates a computer, including keyboard, mouse, computer printer, and scanner.
• Proficient and organized with Bluebeam PDFs (Takeoffs, markups, and modifications).
• Competence in representing ESI as an ambassador to all parties in which we engage.
• Competent in reading and understanding schedules.
• Applicable mathematical skills and ability to analyze data.
• Possesses organizational skills, is detail-oriented, and is able to manage and prioritize multiple tasks (Strong Time management skills).

Benefits

• Lucrative bonus potential
• Competitive 401k match
• Fast-paced working environment.
• Great upward mobility for career growth
• ESI covers 100% of the medical premium for all employees and families.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance