The Estimator is responsible to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for assigned projects, applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, and/or processes. The Estimator is also expected to follow-up with clients, in an effort to overcome obstacles that could stand in the way of being awarded the contract. For awarded contracts, the Estimator provides on-going cost estimate support to operations.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Estimator will perform the following duties in a safe, productive, and effective manner:
Identifies and quantifies construction elements
Enters quantities into appropriate software program for pricing
Identifies, contacts, and creates relationships with vendors/suppliers in order to assess vendor/supplier capabilities for specific project
Analyzes and scopes vendors/suppliers to determine best value and project continuity
Based on analysis, proactively works to persuade vendors and/or suppliers to commit to best pricing
Completes estimate
Assembles quantities in pricing format to reflect bid form requirements
Applies best value vendors/subs to estimate
Identifies to whom we are bidding and prepares bid form, bid proposal letter and/or qualifications
Researches construction history for techniques related to job elements and productivity, value enhancing, value engineering, and alternative constructability
Ensures "Standard Conditions" are included in every proposal
Follows up with client personally to ensure bid receipt and to identify potential obstacles in closing the deal
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in construction management, accounting or related field from an accredited college or university and 3 years' related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Proficiency in Microsoft software programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficiency in Estimating software (such as Timberline, UScost, WinEst)
The following competencies are needed to successfully perform this job:
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Good listening skills
Ability to work with mathematical concepts
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to calculate area and volume
Must be able to interface with clients and co-workers