Job title: Estimator
Job type: Direct Hire
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Building and Construction
Functional Expertise: Accounting & Finance
Skills: Estimator
Salary type: Annual
Location: Office
Job published: 12/09/2024
Job ID: 38925
Contact name: Stephanie Brimigion
Contact email: stephanieb@qworksgroup.com

Job Description

 

Estimator

 

Seeking a talented individual to lead hard bids and negotiated proposals for our manufacturing, power, and energy projects. We are looking for a proven professional with a strong track record in creating competitive bids and budgets, with a comprehensive knowledge of the latest industry standards and practices.

Our ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic work environment. If you are an individual who is passionate about delivering high-quality projects and possesses the skills and expertise we are looking for, join our team of professionals and help us continue to exceed our clients' expectations.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
  • Prepare detailed trade scopes of work and backup documentation for review
  • Solicit project specific proposals from subcontractors and suppliers and evaluate them for completeness and competitiveness
  • Develop options and recommend best value solution based on cost, engineering, quality or availability of materials
  • Establish and maintain positive relationships and ethical practices with owners, consultants, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers
  • Assist Operations with awarded contracts and projects as required. May include estimating/pricing change orders and facilitating resolution of any contractual issues
  • Track and assist operations with awarded contracts and projects as required – may include estimating/pricing extra work items, change orders, credit, procuring materials, etc.
  • Work with Proposal Coordinator to develop complete professional proposals including all required information (schedules, project narratives, organizational charts, etc.)
  • Develop complete conceptual proposals to support business development and client maintenance
  • Negotiate and issue subcontracts

 

Required Skills

  • Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project or other scheduling related systems and have experience working with On Screen Takeoff and/or MC2 type software is preferred
  • Candidates must have a strong understanding of conceptual estimating, estimating techniques, and cost control
  • Ability to prepare proposals with minimum supervision
  • Must be comfortable working in teams
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates should be able to clearly articulate bid inclusions, exclusions, and proposals clarifications with owners and subcontractors
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize responsibilities

 

Required Experience

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is preferred
  • Candidates must have 7+ years estimating experience

Benefits and compensation packages, including:

  • Free Medical Insurance
  • Free Dental Insurance
  • Free Life Insurance
  • HSA with 50% of Deductible Funded by company Annually
  • 401K with One of the Highest Employer Matches in the Industry
  • Cash-in-Lieu of Benefits Available
  • Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off

If you want work that challenges you and a team that supports you, then apply today!

 

Candidate must be willing to travel periodically to look at jobsites.