Project Estimator (Las Vegas, NV)

Description

• Participate in pre-bid meetings.
• Identify labor, material and time requirements needed for each project.
• Collaborate with the rest of the Estimating team and the Sales team to appropriately bid projects.
• Compute costs by analyzing labor, material and time requirements.
• Analyze past performance data and apply towards current bids.
• Work directly with Project Consultants to gather the needed information to bid projects accordingly.
• Will be required to work on project sites and operate vehicles, trailers, machinery, equipment and other tools within local, state and federal safety guidelines.
• Serve as front-line Company representative and must provide excellent service to the customer and to the public.
• Manage personal Company Software estimating queue daily.
• Provide weekly estimating recap to the Estimating Manager.
• Serves as a safety ambassador by complying with federal, state and local laws, as well as Company safety policy, enforces safe work practices, and proactively identifies and remedies worksite hazards.
• Collect and review proposals, blueprints, specifications and related documents in order to prepare and present estimates.
• Responsible for cataloging all information, notes and meetings in Company Software.
• Solicit and maintain communication with subcontractors and vendors.
• Responsible for quantifying project amounts and components.
• Follow up with sub-contractors to ensure that bids are received.
• Analyze proposals and requirements.
• Use computer software to prepare estimates and supporting documentation.
• Review bid requirements thoroughly.

Requirements

• Will be required to work outside, frequently for long periods of time in all weather, including extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• Minimum of five (5) years general construction experience.
• Must be fluent in English, i.e., must be able to speak, read and write English.
• A high school diploma or GED is required. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Project Management and Time Management.
• Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in MS office.
• This position operates at professional construction sites and in professional office environments, requiring the uses of standard office equipment, the ability to communicate verbally with others on site, in person and over the telephone, ability to read printed materials, signs, computer screens and directions, stamina to maintain attention to details despite interruptions, ability to lift, push, pull, carry, handle or feel objects, supplies, tools, machinery and/or controls weighing up to 50 pounds and reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and/or ladders; balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift overhead, traverse around or otherwise position one's self around the required work and safety requirements to navigating and perform activities on various construction sites in a safe manner.
• Must have strong communication and writing skills.
• Leadership, Decision Making and Ethical Conduct.
• Problem Solving and Thoroughness.
• Collaboration Skills, Communication Proficiency and Customer/Client Focus.
• This position is considered a safety-sensitive position and is subject to the company's drug and alcohol policy, as well as all OHSA regulations.
• Must be an advocate of safety and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Understand project/contract sites and restrictions.
• All employees must wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be able to read and understand plans/blueprints.
• Passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and background check is required.
• Must have excellent math skills.
• Minimum of two (2) years estimating experience
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean motor-vehicle record.
• Must be willing to travel to any and all jobsites without exception (including staying away from home if necessary.)

Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Comprehensive Health Benefits including; Health, Dental, Vision
• Life/Disability Insurances
• Work/Life Balance and Community Involvement
• 401(K) with Employer Match
• Competitive Weekly Pay and Paid Time Off

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance