What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Estimator - Civil position at Jones Power?
Overview
Jones Power is seeking to hire an Associate Estimator whose role will support estimating and project proposal functions in multiple regions for the division. This is a mid-level position with a civil construction focus. Estimating experience in other related environments is a plus as well as prior experience in business development.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists department in preparing cost estimates assuring that all necessary costs are detailed and included in the estimate, such as management services, equipment, and material costs, construction costs, operating costs, and other costs associated with Civil Projects
- Know and be able to explain the details behind each estimate, including the basis of the man-hours allocated for each task, personnel resources needed to execute each task, etc
- Maintains lines of communications between company departments, project managers, and clients regarding cost estimating activities
- Assists project manager with alternative project execution approaches based on the scope of work and the most cost-effective execution methods available
- Provides timely quotes (margin, profit, and quote sheet)
- Other tasks include but are not limited to preparing process flow diagrams, datasheets, and technical job reports
- Identifying bid opportunities, visiting project sites, and attending pre-bid meetings
- Monitoring project progress and creating project status reports for project managers and stakeholders
- Scheduling stakeholder meetings and facilitating communication between the project manager and stakeholders throughout the project life cycle
- Support team members when implementing risk management strategies
- Research Material and procure quotes for materials
- Communicate with suppliers and subcontractors to discuss project details and request proposals
- Perform quantity takeoffs of drawings
Qualifications
Physical Requirements
Jones Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, veteran status, disability, color, religion, sex, national origin, any other federally protected class.
