Estimation Engineer

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The Estimating Engineer is a key player on the Fiore Estimation team who provides crucial support to the Estimators on bid efforts while gaining exposure to and knowledge of Civil Construction. The Estimating Engineer is driven to learn and takes full advantage of opportunities to assist in the bid process, research municipality specs and materials pricing, and attend site visits and bid reviews.

COMPENSATION:

$76,500.00 to $108,900.00 annually depending on experience, skills, and level of hire

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews construction documents to understand project scope of work and desired work to meet customer expectations and assists estimators with preparation of bid and execution of take-offs.
• Attends pre-bid meetings with estimators as well as project reviews to gain exposure to budget vs field performance.
• Assists estimators with building and creating complete and accurate estimates.
• Attends pre-bid job site visits with estimators along with job site visits to sites with active work.
• Works with subcontractors and suppliers to solicit quotations and organize, review and complete detailed scopes of work and cost comparisons.
• Maintains files of documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on unit prices from suppliers.
• Reads and understands project and municipal specifications and additional scope documents, to include Geotech reports and client-provided project schedules.
• Trains in AGTEK software, B2W Estimate software and possibly other construction software.
• Manages subcontractor and vendor lists, reaches out for updates, and familiarizes themselves with our subcontractors and vendors.
• Uses knowledge, strong attention to detail and follow-up skills to assist estimators in soliciting quotes from suppliers and subcontractors, and organizes, reviews and completes detailed scopes of work and cost comparisons for each.
• Assesses problem situations to identify causes, gathers and processes relevant information, generates possible solutions, and makes recommendations and/or resolves the problem
• Effectively prioritizes projects, needs, and work requests.
• Acts with integrity and in a manner that shows support for the company, its values, and its employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting and exceeding customer requirements and expectations.
• Exhibits ongoing commitment to quality by evaluating project-related processes and making necessary changes, using customer input to make improvements, and meeting/exceeding internal and external customer expectations.
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Exceptional ability to assess problem situations, identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem under tight timelines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication (English), organizational, grammatical, research, and prioritization/time-management skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under tight deadlines.
• Strong team orientation with a positive attitude, and excellent customer service skills as well as the ability to work independently.
• Eager learner with the ability to develop knowledge of regulatory compliance and cost control processes.
• Ability to do moderate math equations, understand financial concepts, and interpret computerized cost data and systems, engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and other construction documents
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems.
• Excellent time management skills, including ability to multitask and effectively prioritize work requests.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred

• BS degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Experienced in the use of On-Screen Take-Off, Bluebeam, and B2W Estimate, and/or AGTEK software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Estimating Engineers spend a lot of time in an office environment, sitting and standing for extended periods of time and pushing/pulling/lifting boxes and items 25-30 pounds. Estimating Engineers must also periodically visit clients and construction sites, including the ability to walk for extended periods on uneven ground, climb ladders, and maneuver obstacles.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and outdoor work, including changing office temperatures, and exposure to variant weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, snow, etc.) and muddy ground conditions.

We Offer an Outstanding Benefit Package:

• Health
• 100% Employee and 80% Dependent Premium paid
• Platinum Plus grade plan w/$0 Deductible and Low Out of Pocket Max
• Dental – 100% Employee and Family Level Premium paid
• Employer paid Short Term Disability
• Employer paid Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Vision Plan paired with Hearing Care - optional
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Limited Medical Gap Plans - optional
• Identity Protection and Pet Insurance - optional
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Limited Medical Gap Plans - optional
• Identity Protection and Pet Insurance - optional
• FSA Account - optional
• HSA Account - with HDHP
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, & Wellness Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match contributions.
• $25,000.00 Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – with additional voluntary options

To Apply

Apply online at https://www.fioreandsons.com/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fiore & Sons is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. All employment decisions at Fiore & Sons are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race or ethnicity, color, religion or belief, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by the law. Applicants that require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact Human Resources at 303-429-8893