Project Estimator

Description

• Utilize computer equipment and related software (Excel, Word, Scheduling Software, B2W, etc.).
• Attend pre-bid meetings to gather critical job information.
• Provide feedback to employee managers on expected performance based on bids.
• Read, analyze, and interpret RFPs, trade journals, contracts, financial reports, job documents, and prints, operating manuals, safety rules & regulations, training manuals, etc.
• Maintain company bid log.
• Assure the safety of employees, company property, customers, and the public.
• Conduct pre-construction meetings with project managers, foremen, and all key departments.
• Negotiate contracts with customers.
• Report monthly, quarterly, and yearly productivity reports for the Business Manager.
• Prepare post-construction job information sheets.
• Calculate figures, discounts, percentages, ratios, proportions, and fractions, and perform estimates.
• Ensure customer satisfaction.
• Secure jobs and contracts by developing strong relationships with customers.
• Read blueprints and accurately generate material takeoffs.
• Prepare pre-construction job information sheets.
• Write bid documents, RFIs, business reports, letters, technical procedures, business correspondence, manuals, policies and procedures, job evaluations, etc.
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Evaluate equipment cost information and labor cost information for use in preparing bids.
• Present information effectively to top management, employees, customers, and public groups.
• Presurvey job sites to aid in the preparation of bid proposals.
• Perform statistical analysis, percentages, profit calculations, ratios, and budget forecasts.
• Lead and manage people as well as be a team player.
• Evaluate overall job cost data.
• Market Congruex to existing and new customers.
• Monitor job progress through constant communication with project managers and customers.
• Generate bid proposals using several different software applications.
• Set and maintain production and job expectations.

Requirements

• Thorough understanding of fiber engineering and construction methods such as underground, aerial strongly desired
• Valid Driver's License.
• 3-5+ years OSP, Engineering, or Construction project estimating experience strongly desired.
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal communication skills (oral and written).
• Interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Possess excellent working knowledge of construction and contract terminology.
• Effective communication skills, able to work with all levels in the organization.
• A positive can-do attitude and openness to trying new methods.

Benefits

• Paid Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Options
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Free Wellness Resources & Marketplace Discounts
• 401(k) Program with a Company Match.
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance