Junior Estimator

JUNIOR ESTIMATOR

JOB SUMMARY

Prepares Bid Estimates for construction projects by studying plans and specifications. Evaluates offers to purchase based on site requirements, additions, and cost changes.

Responsibilities:

· Prepares detailed quantity take off of construction projects for bidding purposes. Must possess a general understanding and could price all 16 divisions (trades) of construction work.

· Analyzes projects on a pre-bid basis for strengths and weaknesses and compile a list of questions for bid walk discussions.

· Obtains pricing from the competitive bid market and accurately qualify subcontractor bids received.

· Working with Senior Estimator and Project Managers to negotiate new work with established clients.

· Performs estimating work with a high level of accuracy and efficiency.

· Builds and maintains positive relationships with Clients, Subcontractors, Vendors, Architects and Company Personnel.

· Determines creative ways to keep costs competitive, ensuring goals and objectives are met.

· Communicate regularly with Senior Estimator to ensure bid proposals success

· Maintains database of Subcontractors and Vendors

· Perform bid walks, compile bid notes and information, accurately record the information and able to read drawings and put together RFI’s to send to the Client and Architects.

· Supervise Bid Coordinator/s on projects specifically assigned to work on an estimate.

· Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on client/project needs.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Have a working knowledge of remodel, new build and T.I. types of construction projects. Experience with retail/convenience stores & fast-food environment projects is a Plus.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Blue Beam (Revu) and BidMail.

· Ability to work independently with little assistance

· A highly motivated, self-starter that can accurately multi-task

· Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

· Walking, climbing stairs, sitting and standing

· Reach with hands and arms

Compensation & Benefits:

· Position is Full-time, Monday thru Friday 8am to 5pm, with weekends off

· $30 - $35 per hour (depending on experience)

· Company Medical, Dental, Vision and Chiropractic available after 30 days of employment

· 401k plans available after 6 months of employment

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Time off

This company hires individuals on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding or other related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, genetic characteristic or information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state and federal law.

Employment is contingent upon the new employee providing documents proving eligibility to work. This is a drug free company. All applicants are required to have reliable transportation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

• Construction estimating: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $35