What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Satterfield & Pontikes?
Description
Due to growth Satterfield and Pontikes Construction is adding an Estimator or Senior Estimator to our Houston team. As a Estimator / Senior Estimator you will play a strategic role in our company's success. You will focus on bidding commercial projects all across TX in the $20-500 mil range either independently or as a team. Our company is in growth mode so not only do we offer stability but over the next several years there is going to be a ton of opportunity for advancement.
For more information call Lance Easterby at 832-919-3139. You can reach Lance between 7 am and 7 pm Monday-Friday or Saturdays between 11 am and 2 pm.
Requirements :
3 years of experience as an Estimator with a commercial general contractor.
Experience estimating projects between $20-500 mil.
The role you will play :
Work as lead estimator on individual projects including takeoffs, sub-solicitations, pricing, bid summaries, GC's and final bid day preparations
Prepare conventional bids and conceptual estimates to owners as assigned
Review quantities, production rates, material quotes and totals for pricing prior to bid day and on bid day
Responsible for review of project bid's accuracy and communication of construction techniques and strategies used in bid preparation on successful bids with Project Management prior to project commencement
Ensure that we have the proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day
Complete postmortem review of bid projects
Properly turn over bid documents and sub buyout information to Project Management in a timely manner
Assist in receiving and evaluating subcontractor and major material quotations prior to bid day and on bid day
Prepare and make estimate transfer to budget
Oversee and assist Project Management with the preparation of significant project change estimates including change orders and construction claims
Contribute to and maintain Sub / Vendor database
Develop and maintain cost history on different types of projects
Solicit and maintain communication with subcontractors and vendors
Develop RFI's and clarifications and ensure adequate subcontractor coverage and shows interest
Perform comprehensive bid day analysis and scoping of specific assigned trades
Create bid lists that fit scope of job, ensuring that we have the right subs for the project
Review drawings with Project Management team and highlight areas of concern
Regular office attendance required
Other duties as assigned
Satterfield and Pontikes Construction, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Satterfield and Pontikes Construction, Inc., encourages qualified females, minorities, veterans, disabled persons to apply.
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