What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at The Cook & Boardman Recruiting Team?
This position will be responsible for estimating, detailing, ordering, follow-up and system entry for Division 10 specialties
Qualification Requirements 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Qualifications• High School Diploma or GED Required • Basic math skills and data input skills • Knowledge of industry related software; Microsoft Office complete; Excel, Comsense, CADD, Blue Beam and BIM 360• Organized; detail oriented; deadline conscious; goal driven• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Special skills required blue print/plan reading; specification interpretation • Ability to work closely & cordially with other staff associates and vendors in a fast paced environment• Able to manage time efficiently and work independently• Able to process information analytically• Must have excellent oral communication skills and positive interpersonal skills.
Essential Functions• Review scope of work and provide accurate estimates for bid. Update detailed costs as necessary.• Interprets construction specifications; where necessary and discusses with customer or architect.• Enters applicable information in to Comsense and prices jobs based on computer cost files• Review sales sheets and job requirements as sold by the sales/estimating department for accuracy in estimated quantities and price extensions. Update detailed costs as necessary.• Form a review of the contract documents (purchase order, plans, specifications) accurately detail quantities required for a project• Accurately detail and schedule materials and verify product costs to determine the best product selections. Enter the costs during the scheduling process and compare to the estimated costs.• Prepare the shop drawings, schedules, and submittals using manufacturer catalog cuts to support the products selected within the schedule. Compile and update as required shop drawings provided by manufacturers as required• Verify project as specified meets local code requirements and note any exceptions• Write detailed notes outlining and highlight any issues or verifications that require instruction by the General Contractor and/or the architect during the submittal process• Review the schedules and submittals for any errors or options that can affect the project prior to sending the job out for approval• Upon return of the submittals, update for re-submission if required; or prepare for ordering.• Review project material disposition requests for complete and accurate schedules and shop drawings. Compare material quotes against schedules and shop drawings• Source all material to PO’s as requested by project manager and transmit PO and supporting documents to vendor• Review purchase order acknowledgements and enter order references and ship dates in Comsense software program• Review vendor PO cost with detailed cost• Update purchase orders as necessary • Order Division 10 materials• Source or alternate source material to be pulled from stock• Interfaces with the receiving dept. when there are questions or issues concerning Division 10 product• Other duties as required by Supervisor
Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear and see. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hand to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Work Environment This job operates primarily in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal ContractorAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.