Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Long Painting Company (LPC) is looking for a motivated individual to estimate complex new construction and maintenance coating projects in the Northwest. Industrial projects include shipyards, bridges, tank farms, factory maintenance painting, dams and infrastructures. Commercial projects include Campus facilities, schools, hotels, high rises, hospitals, and office parks. Projects range from $5,000 to several million in value. LPC may employ up to 300 employees during peak months and typically conducts 25-40 projects at once.

Estimators are given both goals for bidding and profitability. Comprehension of economic factors, time management, risk, bid accuracy and attention to detail are important for success.

This position is based out of our office in Kent, Washington.

NOTE: THIS IS A SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION THAT REQUIRES DRUG TESTING FOR MARIJUANA AND CANNABIS.

• Quantity take-off (on-screen, paper, on-site) and pricing for estimates using estimating software and LPC procedures to determine labor, material, and equipment costs
• Organize material, equipment, and subcontractor quotes
• Analyze bid documents and understand contractual terms and conditions
• Prepare proposals using a combination of Word, Excel, Adobe and estimating software
• Effectively manage time to achieve monthly and annual bid volume, sales, and profit goals
• Familiarity with CBA, local labor, and environmental impacts and requirements
• Understand and integrate industry standards into the bidding process as it affects production rates, QA-QC, project-specific requirements, and contract language

• Actively participate in project handoff and initial planning on projects with the project team (Project Manager, Superintendent, Engineer, and Foreman)
• Review contract scope of work for awarded projects to ensure the contracts include only what was bid
• Consult with clients, vendors, and other project related individuals to discuss costs and professionally resolve issues
• Perform job walks and site visits to troubleshoot issues, examine existing conditions, and conduct pricing for change orders
• Write proposals and provide follow-up with the customer through the closing of the sale and follow up on project bids to obtain bid results
• Provide excellent customer service to customers and attend core customer events, occasionally visiting core customer offices to create and foster profitable relationships
• Provide ROM/conceptual budgets for core customers when requested

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Familiarity with industry standards for maintaining quality certifications and awareness of quality control requirements for protective coating projects
• Understanding of construction management fundamentals such as site safety, project management, scheduling, estimating, SDS, and contracting
• Demonstrated ability to proactively take initiative, self-direct work, and consistently drive results with minimal supervision.
• Desire for professional development and opportunities for continuing education
• Analyze contract language, scope of work, and construction schedule
• Quickly compute numbers with solid understanding of basic algebra and geometry
• Manage time to meet bid deadlines while not compromising accuracy and protocol
• Able to integrate technology into the job:
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Power Point
• Proficient in estimating programs (such as Stack) and customer relationship management software (Building Connected)

• Basic knowledge of floor, tank, marine, and concrete coatings, surface preparation, various abrasive blasting techniques, abatement, and fireproofing
• 1+ years’ experience estimating commercial and/or industrial projects

• Pass a pre-employment drug screen (including testing for marijuana)
• Have reliable transportation and a driving record that is insurable
• Show proof of citizenship or authorization to work in the United States
• Pass a background check (typically 10 years back) to get into facilities such as plants, military installations, prisons, etc.

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