What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Estimator position at Centurion Selection?
The Junior Estimator works under the Chief Estimator to coordinate bid coverage and solicit subcontractor pricing.
Responsibilities:
- Solicits contractors for bids using bid software, phone calls, and email
- Complete material and quantity take-offs
- Request project drawings and specifications from A/E firms as needed
- Attend project pre-bids
- Assist with bid document control by making bid labels, filing bids, and archiving bid data
- Acts as bid runner as needed
- Able to develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors
- Create, review, and request information relating to bids
- Issue drawings, specifications, and project addenda to trade contractors
- Supports senior estimators as instructed
- Attend networking events as required
Qualifications:
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
- Degree Educated
- High efficiency with MSFT Excel, Bluebeam, and Estimating Software
- Must have excellent written, verbal, and computer skills
- Must be detail-oriented, well organized, a team player, and able to prioritize duties to meet assigned deadlines
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
- Possess resourcefulness and ability to track down information quickly and accurately
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
- Must be able to work well within a deadline driven environment and be willing to work evenings and/or weekends if needed to complete projects
Salary : $80,000 - $95,000
