We are looking for a Takeoff Estimator to join our team. This position provides a diversified set of support functions including estimating, project management assistance, successful implementation of projects, and interactions with operations staff.
Responsibilities:
- Review plans, specifications, addendums, scope details, and RFI’s to understand the project
- Assist in building of basic estimate structure
- Measure, estimate and create an accurate materials list needed for projects
- Professionally solicit vendors, suppliers and subcontractors
- Ensure all bid paperwork is compiled and executed accurately and timely
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs
- Review plans and specifications to identify project requirements for record-keeping, safety, materials, and subcontracts
- Use working knowledge of project scope and requirements to assist project managers and field supervisors in work planning and field support
- Compile and prepare project correspondence; maintain data; assists with record maintenance; prepare and monitor project schedules
- Work with project teams on vendor and subcontractor procurement
- Work with field supervisors to ensure materials and other requirements are on-site and on-time
- Participate in continuing education programs in both formal and field settings to enhance job skills including safety and project management training
- Perform special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Must be highly organized and capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced work environment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as strong ability to read and understand construction plans, “blueprints”, drawings, and specifications.
- Effective time management skills and logical decision-making ability
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, familiar with project scheduling programs, and be very knowledgeable and adaptable to new computer software and technology
- AutoCAD proficiency a plus (not required)
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, construction management, or related construction preferred
- Associate’s Degree and demonstrated 2 years direct experience acceptable
email resume if interested: [email protected]
