Project Estimator

Description

• The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and field activity.
• Identify, understand, manage, and communicate risk during the procurement process.
• Lead a team of estimators on more complicated project procurements.
• Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.
• Develop bid package strategy and the bid schedule independently on more complicated projects.
• Estimate key scopes on more complicated projects to ensure the complete scope is captured during the estimating process.
• Draft, issue, and manage bid packages on more complicated projects as well as be able to support the senior estimator with this effort.
• Develop and execute strategies to gain a bid advantage on their delegated scopes and more complicated project estimates.
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners.
• Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.
• Facilitate estimate reviews on projects for executive management.
• Facilitate the communication of estimate scope and pricing to clients.
• Purchase scopes and draft associated subcontracts.
• Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read and understand blueprints, load charts, and take/verify field measurements.
• Participate in staff development and reviews of estimators and lead estimators.
• Assist in converting project estimates into project financial status reports, cost controls and labor recaps.
• Use of hands and wrists with various tools.

Requirements

• The person must be able to safely wear a respirator and is able to pass applicable medical and fit testing examinations.
• Proficient in estimating software, formats and procedures.
• Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)
• Heavy Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 35 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Sometimes operates a computer or tablet and other office machinery, such as a calculator and phone.
• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
• Repetitive use of hands and wrists using power, rotational, and vibration tools including prolonged use of jackhammers and pavement breakers.
• Walking - The person in this position needs to frequently move about the jobsite.
• Physical Exam (if applicable)
• Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.
• Grasping – Needs to apply pressure to an object with fingers and palm regularly.
• Reaching – Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction for various lengths of time.
• Prolonged use of jackhammer and pavement breaker.
• Working from heights – the person must be comfortable and able to work from heights for extended amounts of time.
• Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Must be able to hear commands from supervisors and back-up safety alarms on equipment.
• Eight (8+) years of experience and/or a combination of education and experience
• Use of wheelbarrows and brooms.
• Tolerate legally permissible exposure to dusts and chemicals, such as cement dust, solvents, and curing compounds.

Benefits

• Substance Abuse Screening

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance