Estimator II

Job Description – Estimator II

Summary Objective

The estimator is responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full estimates on projects under direct supervision as required by clients’ documents and provides complete conceptual and total bid price.

Qualifications

• Experienced Estimator – minimum of 3 years experience as an Estimator or Project Manager
• Must have the ability to conceptually budget, meet deadlines, handle various projects simultaneously, work effectively in a demanding environment, and be willing to go the extra mile
• Experience with construction drawings, specifications, architectural sketches and other related construction documents is a plus
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office/Excel/Outlook/Adobe Acrobat Pro), math skills and have well developed time scheduling and organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Previous experience in a construction related company is required
• Previous experience with construction estimating take-off software is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred

Job Responsibilities (essential functions)

• Prepare bid packages
• Prepare quantity take-offs and estimates on various projects
• Develop relationships with manufacturers and manufacturers reps and our clients
• Coordinate, budget, prepare and analyze lighting bids for large scale commercial interiors or high rise core & shell projects
• Provide telephone and online customer assistance
• Review quotes and estimates with the Project Management team
• Develop spreadsheets in MS Excel and prepare bid documents utilizing MS Word and our custom software
• Provide other services such as change order pricing, attending pre-bid conferences and site visits
• Interface with clients, owner's representatives, account executives and contractors
• Other responsibilities as assigned