Estimator - TechUSA
Charleston, SC
About the Job
Estimator
Charleston, SC
*** full-time, permanent job
Responsibilities:
- Ensure that the estimating process runs smoothly and efficiently by understanding the full scope of the project through document review and asking questions of the design team and owner
- Prepare quality take-offs and apply unit pricing for material and labor to establish accurate values for the work
- Develops scopes of work for specific trades and receives and analyzes subcontractor/vendor pricing
- Prepare bid leveling worksheets on the subcontractor proposals received
- Utilizes knowledge of the project schedule and critical path in project estimates
- Completes bid forms, bid bonds, etc. on bid projects including general requirements. Participates in and summarizes bid day activities
- Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
- Maintains cost data base by preparing cost comparisons and reconciling with previous estimates
- Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications
- Gains field operational exposure through onsite project support, as opportunities exist
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
- 5-7 years of construction/estimating experience required
- Knowledge of the means and methods of construction management
- Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications
- Understanding of the influence of market conditions on pricing
- Proactive and innovative while developing deliverables accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
- Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally
- Pleasant and confident demeanor when dealing with colleagues and clients
- Efficient and well organized
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must have valid driver’s license and be insurable by the company
Source : TechUSA
