Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Estimator

Location:

US-KS-Bucyrus

Job :

Category:
Sales | Position Type:
Full-Time

The Project Estimator assists the sales/estimating department by qualifying Request for Bids; herein referred to as RFPs, from existing and potential clients, for viability and attainability. This position requires: attending pre-bid meetings; issuing RFIs as needed; taking measurements; evaluating jobsite conditions; reviewing project drawings; reading project specifications; and contacting suppliers, vendors and subcontractors.

The Project Estimator assesses collected data, converts this information into scopes of work and take-offs, materials and manpower pricing estimates, and incorporates these into RFP response documents. Must work well in a team setting and independently. Excellent proposal development, presentation and negotiating skills utilized to succeed in this role. Demonstrate expertise in working with the sales department and decision makers to ensure a deep understanding of clients' individual experiences to head off potential issues before they become problems.

• Attend Sales and Marketing strategy meetings.
• Make contact with clients and qualify leads.
• Schedule and conduct pre-bid meetings with clients.
• Read and review civil, architectural and/or structural engineering plans, drawings and specifications.
• Prepare site take-off, measurements, calculations, etc.
• Estimate costs for materials, supplies, manpower, etc.
• Negotiate proposal terms and pricing with clients, and make revisions as needed.
• Perform regular follow-ups until projects are awarded or are no longer valid opportunities.
• Serve as liaison between client, Director of Operations, Project Managers and Foremen, from initial project phase to completion.
• Work closely with Director of Operations, Project Managers and Foremen to hand-off projects.

• Minimum 5+ years of estimating experience in construction (asphalt, concrete and sport courts preferred) or maintenance industry.
• AA/BA degree preferred; will substitute work experience in lieu of college degree.
• Proficient using Microsoft Office programs:
  Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Proficient using estimating software.
• Excellent attention to detail, with ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Dependable and professional team player.
• Superior organization and communication (verbal and written) skills.

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods:
  Occasionally
• Moving about to accomplish tasks at a worksite or moving from one worksite to another:
  Constantly
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching:
  Rarely
• Adjusting, moving and lifting objects in all directions:
  Rarely
• Talking and hearing to communicate with others:
  Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at close range, such as monitors or screens:
  Constantly
• Seeing to perform job duties at a distance, such as driving or operating equipment:
  Occasionally
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers:
  Constantly
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like:
  Rarely
• Operating machinery and/or power tools:
  Rarely
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment:
  Occasionally
• The ability to travel regionally or nationally:
  Occasionally

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing:
  Constantly
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds:
  Occasionally
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds:
  Occasionally
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more:
  Rarely

• Low temperatures:
  Rarely
• High temperatures:
  Occasionally
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind:
  Occasionally
• Noisy environments:
  Occasionally
• Hazardous conditions:
  Rarely
• Shift work, to include overnight work:
  Never
• Frequent overtime, including weekends:
  Never
• Office environment:
  Constantly

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