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Estimator

Crescent Solutions
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/20/2025

No 3rd Parties

No Visa Candidates

Purpose of Role

In this role as an Estimator, you will review requests for proposals; perform take-offs; attend site walks, formulate estimates; obtain and evaluate quotes from subcontractors and vendors; and draft formal written proposals. The Estimator will be expected to work independently on small to mid-size opportunities for private clients and public sector opportunities. The Estimator will also need to assist the estimating team lead on larger opportunities. Strong communications skills and experience in the environmental remediation field are a requirement.

Primary Responsibilities Include :

  • Communicate directly with clients about planned remediation projects.
  • Review RFPs and assist upper management with Go / No Go bid decisions.
  • Attend bid walks as a company representative.
  • Engage clients about technical aspects of environmental remediation opportunities during the bidding phase.
  • Perform quantity take-offs and work with take-off vendors on larger efforts
  • Perform subcontractor and vendor outreach to support the bidding efforts. Review quotes for completeness and understand subcontractor and vendor assumptions / conditions.
  • Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods to increase competitiveness of bids.
  • Prepare estimates using bidding software (B2W).
  • Prepare written proposals for environmental remediation projects. The proposals must include concise language, sensible budgets, and reasonable schedules.
  • Participate in proposal / bid reviews with upper management, to include identifying risk and opportunity.
  • Effectively communicate estimate information to field operations at pre-construction meetings.
  • Develop and maintain business relationships to increase bid opportunities.
  • All other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications

Ideal :

  • Can work independently on smaller opportunities and as part of a team on larger opportunities.
  • Possess strong mathematical and computer skills.
  • Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Project) and can learn new software.
  • Ability to breakdown construction operations into a logical sequence of activities.
  • Must be able to meet deadlines.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Must be willing to travel throughout California for bid walks and meetings. Occasional travel out of State is also a requirement.
  • Demonstrated organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
  • Ability to analyze and resolve complex construction engineering or design problems.
  • Ability to deal effectively and tactfully with a wide variety of individuals in person, via telephone and in writing.
  • Excellent customer relations skills.
  • Thorough understanding of remedial construction and terminology.
  • Preferred :

  • 3 to 5 years of experience performing environmental remediation construction as a Project Manager, Superintendent / Foreman or Estimator is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, geology or related field with 3 to 5 years related experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience is encouraged
  • OSHA 40 Hour or equivalent certification
  • Working knowledge of computer-aided estimating software (B2W)
  • Ability to read and interpret site plans
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