Estimator / Jr. Estimator - Commercial Carpentry - Entry Level

Estimator / Jr. Estimator - Commercial Carpentry

General Summary of Position

This position is expected to produce accurate quotes, review contracts and provide customers with a positive bidding experience with little to no assistance from senior management.

Essential (Core Competencies) Duties

• Produce mistake-free quotes as requested by our customers.

• Entering individual bid information accurately into Bid Matrix.

• Assist project management with any issues that may arise during a project.

• Participate in project descope and handoff meetings.

• Read through specs, addenda, and RFI’s and make appropriate changes to bid.

• Read and interpret working drawings.

• Build dollar amount of quote using material pricing, labor productions and quantities.

• Finalize quote and send to GC.

• Rebid project as required.

• Contact general contractor/client to discuss project details.

• Collect pricing from appropriate vendors by phone call and email.

• Follow template to create bid proposal.

• Detailed oriented

Marginal Functions:

• Assist in bid review for Jr. Estimators.

• Perform contract review to ensure the scope of work, contract dollars and documents match the quote.

• Download drawings and applicable construction documentation from appropriate file share sites.

• Import drawings to OnScreen Takeoff.

• Special projects as assigned by management.

• Create and manage personal database within On-Screen Takeoff and QuickBid.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.

• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associates or bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or related study.

• 2 years estimating for a commercial carpentry subcontractor.

• Prior commercial carpentry experience.

• Experience in Quickbid and OnScreen Takeoff.

• Knowledge of customer base and customer relations.

• Proficiency in reading blueprints though not required for the position

Key Competencies

• The ability to achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task through concern for all areas involved.

• The need to be self-motivated to grow personally and professionally through on-going education as a result of the rate of change in the position.

• The ability to demonstrate concern for meeting internal and external customer needs in a manner that provides satisfaction for the customer within the resources that can be made available.

• The ability to successfully adapt (personally & professionally) to changes in the internal and external environment.

• The ability to focus on and meet target goals and objectives.

• The ability to evaluate, select and act on various methods and strategies for solving problems and meeting objectives before being asked or required to do so.

• The ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously.

• The ability to: 1) convey throughs and express ideas effectively using speech in individual or group situations; attends to and fully comprehends what others are saying and 2) use clear & succinct written communication in the execution of this position to effectively transmit data, instructions, processes, procedures, etc.

• The ability to show initiative & confidence in actions on the job and take responsibility for personal actions.

• The ability to manage one’s internal states, impulses and resources.

Work Environment

The work environment will consist mainly of a normal, climate controlled, office environment.

Company Standards

• The employee will adhere to the company’s safety policy and, at all times, will use all required Personal Protective Equipment provided to employee.

• The employee will represent the Company in a positive, professional manner with fellow employees and within the communities served.

• The employee will encourage and maintain teamwork throughout the company and will communicate all pertinent information in a timely and effective manner.

• The employee will endeavor to maintain our integrity by embracing high ethical standards and adhering to company policies.

• Consistently demonstrates Company’s Guiding Values of Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Integrity, Teamwork, and Community.

Acknowledgement

Position duties and expectations change over time. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive, exclusive or exhaustive list of the job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the Company. If there is ever a time that you are unsure what is expected of you, you are expected to meet with your manager and ask questions. If you are unsure how to perform a certain task, ask your manager before performing.

Klover Contracting Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment of any kind. Klover is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and employing an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Klover Contracting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identify, veteran or disability status. In addition to federal law requirements, Klover Contracting, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment