Experienced Estimator

“Kelsey Construction is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative/ Action Employer”

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Experienced Estimator
Division: Kelsey Construction

Annual Starting Pay: $80,000.00

($38.45/Hour)
Salary/Hourly wages may be

Adjusted based upon experience.

Type of position:

Full-time

Hours: 40 /week

FLSA: Exempt

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

The Estimator has a minimum of 5 years’ experience reading civil plans, performing take-offs, obtaining necessary materials pricing from suppliers and compiling a complete project estimate aligned with the required scope of work. Compensation is based on experience and includes performance-based bonus opportunities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Work the entire life cycle of a bid from bid invitation to finalizing bid proposal for submission to completion of project.

· Analyze and review construction documents: plans, bid documents, geotechnical reports, job specifications, addendums, etc.

· Identify scope of work and perform quantity takeoffs of site, civil, and underground utility.

· Conduct project site visits and attend pre-bid site meetings during bidding process to learn scope of work and understand site conditions/restrictions.

· Solicit and review proposals from material vendors and subcontractors to ensure accuracy, evaluate responses, scope compliance, and make recommendations with regards to the overall project estimate and bid.

· Develop preliminary construction schedules based on the project information provided in the plans.

· Maintain a highly organized work area, meet critical deadlines, prioritize daily activities.

· Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills with a strong attention to detail.

· Works hands on and independently, as well as being an effective part of the estimating/project management team.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must have experience effectively managing the entire bid process from inception to completion, including mass excavation, drainage systems, and underground utilities.
• Working field knowledge of all project phases.
• Ability to identify construction issues and display proficiency in reading blueprints.
• Ability to assess site exposures/construction risks and appropriately analyze cost.
• Ability to produce accurate estimates from conceptual and schematic designs.
• Ability to produce a detailed final contract.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively.
• Familiar with CAD Software or the ability to learn.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years of experience working for Site Contractor bidding on primarily private site improvement projects.

A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary:

· Occasionally - Lift/Carry: 50 /- lbs., Push/Pull: 50 /- lbs.

· Frequently - Reach Above Shoulder, Reach Outward, Stand, Walk, Climb.

· Constantly – Drive, Handling/Fine Motor Skills, Twist/Turn, Sit at Desk.

Work Environment:

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is outside periodically and is exposed to all weather conditions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed.

The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000