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Job Title: Estimator (Metal Fabrication)
Location: Appleton, WI (On-site)
Pay: $40/hr DOE
Duration: Long-term Contract
Client: Top Engineering Firm
Summary:
Brooksource is looking for an estimator to join our top engineering firm client in Appleton, WI. The Metal Fabrication Estimator is responsible for preparation of all levels of estimates and proposals relating to their discipline(s) that are required to support the engineering and design-build construction projects. This position will prepare and present lump sum bids, proposals, unit cost and quantities for various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.
Responsibilities:
- Perform metal fabrication takeoffs from drawings and models utilizing Tekla.
- Compile material summaries utilizing nesting software and solicit quotations from vendors.
- Assemble material and labor costs for clients and proposals for metal fabrication projects.
- Conduct subcontractor solicitation and pre-qualification tasks.
- Prepare and deliver bid packages to subcontractors.
- Present estimating information in site and pre bid meetings.
- Develop project summary schedules.
- Evaluate and condition subcontractor and supplier quotes.
- Support pre-construction services on client estimates and joint venture reviews.
- Develop and present estimating strategy and plan.
- Research cost history and update data base(s).
- Provide preliminary pricing for indirect and general conditions.
- Evaluate fee, contingency and escalation and make recommendations.
- Review plans and specifications for risk issues and propose a mitigation strategy
- Review commercial terms and conditions for cost and risk items and present concerns to lead estimator.
- Responsible the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions.
- Analyze and price value engineering for submission.
- OSHA 10-hour certification
Qualifications:
- Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field and minimum 3 years of direct project estimating experience.
- Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
- Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.
- Demonstrated attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient with Tekla SDS2 or similar, Microsoft Office (high proficiency in Excel), ConEst and K-Base.
- OSHA 10-hour certification Required
Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Salary : $40
