What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Estimator position at DD Grid?
DDGrid, LLC is a full-service electrical substation utility contractor throughout the Southwest and Southern United States. We are equipped to handle projects of all sizes with 50 years of combined experience in the industry. With a continued focus on our Mission Statement, DDGrid continues our journey of being the preferred Substation Utility construction contractor for our clients. We offer excellent compensation and industry-leading benefits such as health, dental and vision, life insurance, STD and LTD eligible to start on the First of Month following 60 days. Eligibility for company matching 401k benefit after 2 months of employment on entry date.
Responsibilities
- Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates
- Coordinate with project management
- Prepare bills of material and other information for use by purchasing
- Determine constructability requirements via field walk-downs with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel
- Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency as well as data entry
- Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
- Participate in estimate review process with internal and external stake holders
- Assist construction personnel throughout the project life cycle in tracking and understanding of cost estimates
- Preparation and submission of change orders
- Follow-up at the end of projects to close any loops in the estimating process to include invoicing and cost tracking
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Other duties as assigned
- Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
- Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum 3 - 5 years of Estimating experience (Substation, Transmission Line, Distribution Line)
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree
- Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals and other relevant documents.
- Knowledgeable of electrical materials and methods of installation
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and estimating software.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, verbal, written, and communication skills.
- Team player mentality
- Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time while working independently.
