What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Project Estimator position at Sports Venue Padding, Inc.?
Job Description
Job Description
Intro
We are looking for a detail-oriented, hardworking Construction Project Estimator to join our team! As an estimator, your primary responsibilities will be to evaluate and assess specific projects by reviewing proposals, blueprints, compare relevant project specifications and related documents. You should be able to translate project requirements into budgetary numbers and advise on the foreseeable cost of any developments and secure favorable prices from all outside resources. A top-notch Construction Project Estimator will adhere to financial constraints without compromising our high standards or well-established reputation in the industry.
Estimator Duties and Responsibilities
- Obtain and review all pertinent project documents including site plans, technical drawings and specifications
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications
- Analyze documentation and the job site specifics to fully understand the project's requirements
- Outline the work plan to gauge how much time will be needed to complete each project
- Obtain multiple quotes for any outsourced or job site requirements
- Prepare and maintain a list of subcontractors and suppliers
- Negotiate with service providers to secure competitive pricing
- Perform risk assessments to account for potential deviations from the project plan
- Utilize Microsoft Project to develop project schedules for each project to assist the sales team in generating their proposals
- Identify opportunities to value engineer a project to provide a competitive advantage
- Compare materials, costs and time frames to develop the project budget
- Work closely with key members of the project team (Engineering, Contracts and Construction Coordinator) as well as participation in communicating with clients and General Contractors
- Measure and track important job specific metrics
- Post project analysis to develop and recommend any improvements that can be made to future budgets
- Prepare relevant and reliable forecasts
- Conduct risk analysis for specific projects
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with key vendors
- Research, source, negotiate and obtain the best prices and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors
- Stay aware of the latest construction trends
- Keep up to date with the latest regulatory and safety requirements as well as project specific regulatory codes
- Assist management with project planning
- Perform other duties as needed
Qualifications and Skills
Associations : Member of American Society of Professional Estimators is a plus
Company Description
For over 50 years, Sports Venue Padding has built a strong reputation for safety, quality, and customer service. We offer the industry's broadest range of best-in-class products trusted by professional sports, universities, municipalities and sports facilities worldwide. Our padding technology, custom solutions and exceptional team make SVP the right choice for premier indoor and outdoor padding protection.
Company Description
For over 50 years, Sports Venue Padding has built a strong reputation for safety, quality, and customer service. We offer the industry's broadest range of best-in-class products trusted by professional sports, universities, municipalities and sports facilities worldwide. Our padding technology, custom solutions and exceptional team make SVP the right choice for premier indoor and outdoor padding protection.