Senior Cost Estimator

EstimatorGeneral Description:The primary function of the Concrete Estimator is to provide accurate bid proposals and scope analysis for potential construction projects. Additional responsibilities include quote review, project management, and material purchasing. Prepare pricing estimates on new projects and estimate prices on change orders on existing contracts. Exercise good judgment and experience in working with purchasing, concrete labor, equipment and transportation costs to arrive at full cost estimate with appropriate profit margins to achieve Company's goals. Ultimately, your role will be to utilize your skills to develop new business for the company.

Responsibilities: Functions as Lead EstimatorRead and understand job bid instructions, detailed specifications, prepare a "take off" of materials included in the jobEstimate all necessary labor, materials, buyout items, equipment costs (including crane costs) to prepare a through price estimate.Review proposals, specifications, drawing, attend pre-bid meetings, etc…to determine scope of work and develop quantity take-offsIncorporates safety in the means and methods decision making during the estimating phaseDevelops and maintains relationships with suppliers and subcontractorsDevelops and maintains relationships with owners, general contractorsResponsible for buyout process with Project Manager

Requirements: At least 5 years estimating successful large commercial self-perform concrete projectsMust possess the knowledge and field experience associated with cast in place concrete construction, concrete footings, and foundations.Good verbal and written communication skills for dealing with contractors, suppliers, purchasing, sales and others.Ability to read and interpret technical and legal documents.Knowledge of related structural products including joist, deck, stairs, rails, anchor rods, etc.Ability to assemble scope of work with required information in including inclusions, exclusions and qualifications.Knowledge of terminology customarily used in construction and knowledge of use of computer and estimating software packages.Microsoft software applications including Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and OutlookExperience using B2W software is a plusCreative and results-oriented, with a strong sense of urgencySuccessful internships or Project Engineering experience is a plus Highly entrepreneurial and self-motivated, with the ability to work equally well on own as well as in a team environment