Estimator, Construction, Civil Engineering

Title:

Estimator

Reports to:

Director of Estimating

Welcome to Herman Weissker, Inc. where we’ve been building the backbone of the West’s infrastructure since 1959! Headquartered in Riverside, CA, we’re a proudly minority-owned, family-oriented company with deep roots in utility engineering, underground construction, telecommunications, and pipeline services.

At HWI, we’re more than just a contractor, we’re a team of passionate problem-solvers, skilled builders, and committed professionals who believe in doing things the right way. We work with some of the biggest names in the industry including Southern California Edison, PG&E and, SoCal Gas. We’re trusted to deliver high-stakes projects that keep communities connected, powered, and safe.

About the Role:

Provide direct support to the Lead Estimator and Director of Estimating.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the updating and issuing of weekly Volume Tracking and Business Development reports in Bid Tracer
• Complete elaborate and time-sensitive prequalification questionnaires in conjunction with the PC
• Utilize wide format printer & scanner to plot, scan and print plans
• Fill out Prequalification’s with assistance of the PC, submit to Owners and Contractors as requested by department manager
• Performs quantity take-offs of transportation electrical drawings for estimating purposes
• Identify upcoming projects for bidding opportunities
• Deliver estimated bids on time
• Request and pick-up drawings and RFP packages
• Perform additional assignments as directed by direct Supervisor
• Receive the service calls and respond in a timely manner
• Creating project in Bid Tracer, updating outlook calendar with upcoming projects.
• High School diploma or GED a must, Associates Degree in Drafting, Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office, Outlook and Excel.
• General knowledge of the various disciplines and procedures utilized by the Construction industry is preferred.
• Electrician background a must.
• Possess a valid class C California driver's license and clean record
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, Excel and knowledge of spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to accurately enter data and perform mathematical calculations.
• Able to adjust priorities on short notice, manage interruptions and work well under pressure.
• Ability to timely meet deadlines and coordinate workloads with Supervisor.
• Effective communication, grammar, letter writing, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Construction industry experience a plus
• Interacts professionally with all company employees and outside persons, such as customers, vendors and professional service providers.
• Ability to stay focused and work without close supervision.
• Works well in a team environment as well as independently and self-motivated.
• Manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination are necessary.
• Mental alertness and good memory is necessary to ensure accurate and thorough completion of work activities.
• Ability to interpret and disseminate complex information appropriate and effectively.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and efficiently operate computer, calculator, copier, fax and other business office equipment.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED a must, Associates Degree in Drafting, Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office, Outlook and Excel.
• General knowledge of the various disciplines and procedures utilized by the Construction industry is preferred.
• Electrician background a must.
• Possess a valid class C California driver's license and clean record
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe, Excel and knowledge of spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to accurately enter data and perform mathematical calculations.
• Able to adjust priorities on short notice, manage interruptions and work well under pressure.
• Ability to timely meet deadlines and coordinate workloads with Supervisor.
• Effective communication, grammar, letter writing, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Construction industry experience a plus
• Interacts professionally with all company employees and outside persons, such as customers,…