What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Estimator position at W3Global Inc.?
Full Job Description
The Estimator is responsible for surveying projects, estimating labor and material costs, and communicating financial cost and project timelines to the operations teams.
Responsibilities
Gather proposals, blueprints, specifications and documents related to project
Obtain bids from vendors and subcontractors; identify qualified subcontractors and negotiate price
Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services
Conduct research to obtain data on labor costs, materials, production times etc.
Understand customer requirements/specifications to accurately estimate a project
Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work
Prepare reports, quotes and estimates that detail the cost of a project
Consult with clients, vendors and personnel in other departments to discuss cost estimates and resolve cost-related issues
Prepare relevant and reliable forecasts
Conduct risk analysis activities
Build and maintain relationships with key customers and vendors
Essential Education and Qualifications:
High School education or GED, relevant training to engineering and construction
Knowledge of business and industry
Able to make recommendations and forecasts for future business prospects
Strong understanding of cost control efficiencies and job financials
General contractual knowledge
Strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of research methodologies.
Strong math skills and relevant software skills related to the utility construction industry
Excellent organizational skills, thoroughness, and reliability
Strong communication skills to interact with clients, vendors, subcontractors and internal teammates.
PC literate with proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The main physical demands of this job include ability to work in an office environment involving the use of normal office machines and sitting at a desk/computer for long periods of time. The position does require travel to potential job sites reviewing job conditions and risks associated with projects.
Benefits offered to eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance, along with Paid Time Off, paid Holidays, traditional and ROTH 401(k) options with company match, employee stock purchase plan, education assistance program, employee assistance program, training and development opportunities, Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program, and a Commercial Driver's License obtainment program.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
