What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Estimator position at American Edge Partners?
Job Summary:
Currently have an opportunity for a Junior Estimator in Pompano Beach, FL for a local site development contractor. The Junior Estimator is responsible for the coordination of bid documents, labor productions, subcontractors, vendor pricing, subcontractor and vendor buyouts, project start-up meetings, owner estimates, subcontractors and vendor requisitions and cost to completes.
Duties:
- Thoroughly investigates the specifications, scope of work and drawings for his/her portion of a bid and develops a complete understanding of the requirements.
- Accurately and timely performs takeoffs and calculations and analyzes data.
- Conducts field visits to gather relevant data on project site conditions verify production rates and learn new construction techniques. Adjusts bid methods and incorporates this information accordingly during the bidding process.
- Negotiates the best deal for cost, quality, and delivery using the company buyout procedure.
- Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of the contract documents and the potential risks for a project. Makes well-supported recommendations on how to mitigate and price risks.
- Interfaces extensively with the Contracts department to address any risks or issues with the contract.
- Helps develop pricing strategies.
- Coordinate with Business Development, Engineering and Operations teams to get bid priced and submitted on time.
- Drafts proposals per RFP specifications with detailed pricing and clarifications.
Qualifications:
- 2 years of estimating experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, architecture, etc.
- Has experience in performing take-off, pricing, and communicating with subcontractors.
- Excellent teamwork, communication, and people skills a must.
- Has a solid time management system and demonstrates excellent organizational skills.
- Track record of achievement and career progression.
- Experience in Primavera, HCSS, On Screen Takeoff (OST) and AGTEK would be advantageous.
Join our team as an Junior Estimator where your expertise will contribute significantly to the success of our projects!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Pompano Beach, FL (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Pompano Beach, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000