What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at VCC LLC?

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ABOUT YOU

Are you looking for a place to work where you can grow your career?

Are you excited by the challenges and intricacies of the building process?

Do you want to work with a team who is willing to support you and always encourage you to reach your greatest potential?

Then VCC is the place for you. We have built a culture of excellence, and our people are our greatest asset. You will be a part of the VCC family and with that comes great pride in serving our clients, working closely as a team, and achieving success on every project.

WHAT WE OFFER

At VCC we truly care. We care about you, your family, and your growth, both professionally and personally. When you work at VCC, you will be part of a team who is willing and ready to support you and give you the tools to be successful.

Below are some of the excellent benefits we offer :

Competitive Wages
Cell phone stipend
Medical, prescription, dental, critical illness, hospital indemnity & accident benefits
Company provided life insurance
Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program
Profit Sharing
Wellness Program
Paid time off and paid holidays
Potential Bonus opportunity
100% 6 week maternity leave

JOB ROLE SUMMARY

As an Estimator you will be accountable for reviewing project plans and specifications, preparing quantity takeoffs and pricing all aspects of the project by quantifying and analyzing construction documents. You will estimate overhead components, complete unit pricing across multiple trade disciplines and perform system trade off comparisons by utilizing industry experience to develop cost estimates reflective of local market and project conditions. Typical projects include retail, office, multi family, entertainment, hospitality, mixed-use, and various other commercial construction projects. This is a safety sensitive position.

DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

Review project plans and specifications, prepare quantity takeoffs and price all aspects of the project.

Manage, organize and / or be a part of the overall bid and proposal process.

Reading, quantifying and analyzing construction documents in all trade disciplines. Estimate overhead components.

Use MS Excel and On-Screen Takeoff software to aid in the estimating process.

Use various system unit pricing across multiple trade disciplines using current and historical market unit pricing.

Perform system trade off comparisons on a macro scale (structural systems, mechanical systems, foundations, etc).

Perform conceptual estimates with limited design quickly. Understand the level of detail appropriate for a particular stakeholder. Utilize program square footage costs.

Perform detailed quantity take-off and estimates for partial or complete plans.

Effectively communicate with subcontractors, vendors, & designers.

Use knowledge of construction scheduling and sequencing.

Provide and evaluate value engineering options without impacting project program and design intent.

Accumulate, evaluate, and document historical cost data, current trends, and construction procedures and methods in order to keep current with estimating standards and databases.

Evaluate project requirements and needs for site logistics, phasing, scheduling, sequencing, etc.

Ability to develop a project approach specific to the project.

Work in tandem with architectural review team to identify design options, conflicts, and project efficiencies for Owner and provide end user value contribution.

Create and maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors to identify market trends and costs.

Assist in research of industry regional cost indices.

Willingness to implement and use new technology for workflow improvement and efficiency.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED :

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, related degree from accredited program or equivalent experience.

Minimum of 2 years experience producing conceptual and hard bid estimates.

Must have the ability to be self-motivated and effectively interact with team members.

Proficient computer skills and knowledge of Excel required.

Experience with On-Screen Takeoff Pro. Familiarity with Windows based computer software applications and an ability to learn software applications quickly and easily

Excellent written & verbal communication skills.

Candidate must be a professional with a positive attitude and have a proven track record of success, stability and longevity in their work experience.

Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of complex assignments.

Must be highly organized and capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered with attention to detail and quality.

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We have worked to build the reputation as a leading contractor in the nation, growing from one office in Little Rock, Ark. to nine offices around the country, construction projects in all 50 states, and consistently ranked in ENR's Top 100 contractors. We have maintained a debt-free, financially conservative philosophy. This approach has kept us financially strong.

Since the day we opened our doors, our promise has been to deliver excellence in construction and our clients know they can count on our team to serve them. We are proud of our history and what we have accomplished, and we are looking for people with our same values, passion for construction, and commitment to hard work to help us continue our success. We look forward to meeting you and building for the future together.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identify, age, religion, protected veteran status, handicap or national origin.

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