SRS-Estimator

Due to our continued success, growth and reputation of excellence in the building restoration industry, Structural Restoration Services (SRS) is seeking a qualified individual to fill a role as estimator with our company.

This individual must have a proven track record of taking a project through the entire bid process; from following up a lead, to successfully preparing a detailed, well-thought-out estimate, to proper submission of the bid in compliance with the bid requirements, to following the work through the construction phase to a successful, profitable completion.

Classification:

Exempt

Reports to:

President/Chief Estimator

Summary Job Description

We expect this individual to be capable of maintaining a solid, professional relationship with the Owner and Architect/Engineer/Consultant, by representing SRS as the industry leader that we are. Coordinate and properly communicate externally with customers, consultants, architects and general contractors to assure all expectations are being met and to uphold our value of being the Choice.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Pursuing project leads, attending pre-bid meetings, and making site visits to take photographs and measurements, in order to obtain accurate quantity take-off and evaluate site conditions affecting the bid.
• Generating relevant, accurate "RFIs" and submitting to engineer, architect, general contractor, or owner's representative.
• Preparing detailed, accurate, thorough estimates and reviewing those estimates with management, which includes explaining reasoning behind every aspect of the quote.
• Working with subcontractors to assist them in preparing accurate and complete bids. Meet subcontractors on site as needed. Comparing and accurately evaluating subcontractor bids and ensuring that they are complete and "apples to apples".
• Working with suppliers to obtain the most competitive pricing which meets the project requirements.
• Properly submitting bids, following up the bids, and once awarded, providing assistance to the production team to see the project through to a successful completion. Resolve technical or contractual issues.
• Prepare and submit RFI’s.
• Pursue on-going professional development training.
• Abide by and enforces all OSHA and SRS safety guidelines.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Be flexible and keep an open mind to change.

Competencies:

• Logical thinking: Ability to "build the project in your head" in a step-by-step process.
• Problem solving: Identify potential problems, gather and analyze data, develop practical, workable solutions. Work well with others in problem-solving situations.
• Customer service: Develop professional relationships with customers and respond promptly to customer needs.
• Blueprint reading: Must have a thorough understanding of how to accurately and thoroughly read construction drawings and specifications.
• Technical writing skills: Must be able to create thorough, accurate, and clear proposals, including scope of work, pricing, and qualifications.
• Teamwork: Must be able to work with others as a Team, with the goal of achieving what's best for the company. Understanding and ability to follow written directions.
• Judgement and decision making, time management.
• Shift back and forth between two or more activities.
• Remember information.
• Thoroughness.
• Problem Solving.
• Flexibility.
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.
• Communication/People Skills.

Supervisory Responsibility

Overseas job site operations. No hiring or termination authority

Position Type

Full Time

Compensation

Competitive Salary

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits available. 401K.

Required Education and Experience

Travel

Ability and flexibility for frequent travel is expected for this position.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment as well as on site at construction locations. The use of computers, printers, cell phones, telephones, photocopiers, scanners, filing cabinets and fax machines is required. Other functions can take place indoors or outdoors, sometimes in high, precarious places with fumes and/or airborne particles. The standard outdoor work environment has loud to very loud noise levels associated with various equipment, coworkers and phone conversations. Often work must be performed in high and/or cramped workspaces and awkward positions. The employee works around hazardous situations, materials and equipment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Keep or regain one’s body balance or stay upright.
• Coordinate movements of two or more limbs together while sitting, standing, or lying down.
• Climb and/or balance yourself.
• Climb a ladder.
• Grip, handle and operate small tools.
• Excellent vision skills (with or without correction) are required.
• Work outdoors.
• Sit or stand for significant periods of time (4-8 hours).
• Typing on and looking at a computer.
• Talking on the phone/cellphone.

Structural Restoration Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.