Assistant Estimator

High Star Traffic•Bartlett, TN

About The Position

The Assistant Estimator will work independently under the direction of the Estimating Team, utilizing peer subject matter expertise in traffic control project estimating. This role supports current projects and assists Operations and Sales in securing new work by preparing accurate, timely, and competitive estimates. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow a career in construction estimating within the traffic control industry.

Requirements

Must have strong problem-solving skills and a desire to create solutions.
Maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Must have the ability to work in sensitive and confidential situations.
Prior experience working under tight deadlines with changing priorities.
Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimum direction.
Excellent organization and time management skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently, be self-motivated with a high sense of urgency.
Ability to establish and maintain rapport and effective communication with diverse levels within the company and external organizations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions with ability to deal with abstract and concrete variables.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or similar field preferred.
Estimating Certification a plus.
Knowledge of MUTCD and work zone setups preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review quantity take-offs, analyses, estimates, and studies for assigned scopes of work.
Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to help prepare quality bids.
Analyze plans and job requirements to estimate labor, materials, delivery, installation, maintenance, and removal costs.
Identify and communicate potential design issues, document gaps, and other potential risks.
Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Contracts and Purchasing during pre-bid efforts.
Review and understand bidding documents for material requirements to assess feasibility and product needs.
Communicate with contractors to follow up on quotes, change orders, and material requests.
When requested, provide information on specs that arise in current and/or future jobs.
Assist in generating New Approved Unit Price (AUP’s) for existing jobs.
Support additional projects and initiatives that drive organizational goals and results.