Construction Estimator

Wells•Naperville, IL

14h•$65,000 - $85,000

About The Position

GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Estimator I assists sales department in pricing projects. Work with all necessary departments to get input for pricing for standard and non-standard products and applications. After the sale, work with all departments to ensure a satisfactory flow of information to get the project through our system. Salary range $65,000-$85,000 a year. Based on experience. WHY WORK FOR US? At Wells, we empower our team members to deliver an exceptional client experience. Our employees are talented problem solvers that shine in preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. They bring innovative solutions that yield outstanding results. In the design and construction industry, we focus on honesty and hard work to build trust that lasts beyond individual projects. Our team is consistently working to improve building processes and raise industry standards. We meet our partners' needs through collaborative efforts that ensure safe and certain results, reducing risks along the way. Together, we help businesses and individuals succeed and change our communities for the better. WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER Wells values our employees and is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Health, dental and vision insurance Paid premiums for short- and long-term disability, and life insurance Wellness Incentives Paid holidays Flex spending for medical and daycare Health savings account (HSA) 401(k) plan with profit sharing Access to Nice Healthcare Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (PTO) Wishbone Pet Insurance Critical Illness Benefit Plan Accident Insurance Plan Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Plan Please note that the benefits listed here are for non-union employees. Benefits for union employees are covered under separate collective bargaining agreements which can be obtained through their union business agent or their HR representative. Other benefits include Health and Family Care leave for both union and non-union employees. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Show competency for estimating projects up to $2 million dollars of precast value Introduce, coordinate, and solicit information, on new prospects to the engineering, production, field services, sealants departments and assist with preliminary layout of the project Have good knowledge of the differences in vendors and what each of them can provide Solicit information and pricing from various vendors to complete an estimate Provides preliminary take off and budget for project cost studies and product promotion Provide hard pricing, including quantity takeoffs, for projects in the hard bid market Develops final bid estimates and proposals including drawings and sketches and preliminary engineering based on product use, availability, and past project use Have the ability and insight to provide value engineering of products, layout, and finishes for an estimate Knowledge of all our products is a requirement to provide the best total solution for our clients and Wells Performs other related tasks necessary for each individual project Be able to develop solutions and submit RFIs to appropriate parties Must be proficient in reading construction documents Review and interpret bid documents, including drawings and specifications, as required to facilitate preparation of a detailed labor and material estimate and proposal of scope of work Reporting and documenting of all correspondence related to each project estimate Review of final pricing and proposal with Sales Department Attend project kick-off/turnover meetings after award of a project. Offer assistance to other department personnel assigned to the project in order to transfer understanding of the scope of our work. Cooperation is necessary from all internal departments to assure a successful project.

Requirements

High school Diploma or GED
2- or 4-year College degree; construction management or equivalent preferred
Previous experience required but, not necessary
Communicate well with others
Must be able to know and understand how the customer responds to projects and bids
Have some knowledge on the process of precast building from start to finish; which determines the right way to make up bids for each proposal
Ability to organize and establish priorities. Time management is critical
Have the ability to use technology and learn how to use the required computer software
Have the ability to read and conceptualize information from early schematic design and design development drawings
Proficiency in BlueEBeam software
Proficiency in 3D or 2D sketching and excel spreadsheets
Must be able to actively listen and participate in meeting along with listening to customers needs and wants
Must be able to follow direction and respond effectively to customers
Must have strong interpersonal skills to maintain relationships with customers
Must be a self-starter and self-motivated
Must be detail oriented
Must have the ability to perform under pressure when required to meet deadlines
Possession of valid drivers license, and the ability to operate a motor vehicle
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for typing, filing, and using office equipment
Visual acuity and ability to read small print
Hearing acuity and ability to communicate effectively with others
Ability to lift and move office supplies and equipment
Mobility and ability to move around the office as needed

Responsibilities

Show competency for estimating projects up to $2 million dollars of precast value
Introduce, coordinate, and solicit information, on new prospects to the engineering, production, field services, sealants departments and assist with preliminary layout of the project
Have good knowledge of the differences in vendors and what each of them can provide
Solicit information and pricing from various vendors to complete an estimate
Provides preliminary take off and budget for project cost studies and product promotion
Provide hard pricing, including quantity takeoffs, for projects in the hard bid market
Develops final bid estimates and proposals including drawings and sketches and preliminary engineering based on product use, availability, and past project use
Have the ability and insight to provide value engineering of products, layout, and finishes for an estimate
Knowledge of all our products is a requirement to provide the best total solution for our clients and Wells
Performs other related tasks necessary for each individual project
Be able to develop solutions and submit RFIs to appropriate parties
Must be proficient in reading construction documents
Review and interpret bid documents, including drawings and specifications, as required to facilitate preparation of a detailed labor and material estimate and proposal of scope of work
Reporting and documenting of all correspondence related to each project estimate
Review of final pricing and proposal with Sales Department
Attend project kick-off/turnover meetings after award of a project. Offer assistance to other department personnel assigned to the project in order to transfer understanding of the scope of our work.
Cooperation is necessary from all internal departments to assure a successful project.