Estimator Intern

We have designed our internship program with the college student in mind. If you are driven and looking to build meaningful projects and a career,  Jacobsen is for you.

Your Day to Day

• Assist in preparing quantity takeoffs to the appropriate level of detail necessary to build an estimate that accurately reflects required labor, material, equipment and subcontractor categories.
• Solicit bids from vendors and subcontractors to secure scope and pricing for estimates.
• Distribute bid documents and ensure subcontractors have the correct information.
• Assist estimators in putting together bids, writing contracts, etc.
• Review specifications for specific projects requirements inclusive of products and materials execution requirements that are to be included.
• Read and understand plans to prepare bids and review subcontractor proposals.
• Contact vendors that are specified to get pricing and product information.
• Assist in writing bid manuals.
• Assist in preparing internal pre-award forms with accompanying backup.
• Assist to maintain internal cost databases.
• Request pre-qualification data from subcontractors.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

How You Contribute

• Performing all tasks with accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Performing thorough, detailed and accurate analysis on all assignments.
• Accurately entering data and tracking information project tracking systems, databases and spreadsheets.
• Visiting project sites as needed to accomplish fact finding, statistical evaluation of task, or change order pricing.
• Creating and maintaining organized estimate files.
• Communicating effectively in written and verbal communications to ensure understanding of estimates in the bid process, with project managers as well as with vendors/sub-contractors.
• Utilizing strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure project information is complete, well ordered and finished according to standards.
• Being able to accept constructive criticism and deal effectively with high-stress situations.

Education & Experience

Currently enrolled as a student pursuing an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building Science or other equivalent program in the construction and/or engineering industry