Estimating Coordinator (Jr. Estimator/ Assist. Estimator)

Eleven Western Builders•Escondido, CA

3d•$20 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Join us and be a part of our collaborative company culture, providing innovative, quality-built construction projects as a leading retail general contractor throughout California and the western United States. We are looking for an Estimating Coordinator who will work closely with our Project Estimators and Subcontractors to coordinate the bid process from set-up to bid submittal with an emphasis on enhancing the subcontractor and team experience.

Requirements

Experience in the construction field, construction management school, or trade school
Ability to learn how to utilize estimating software effectively.
Proficient with computer skills working with various office equipment, computers, and various programs including MS Word, Excel, Project, and Outlook, and edit/markup Adobe PDFs
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

Ability to read and understand project plans and specifications is a plus.

Responsibilities

Learn Eleven Western Builders services, processes and procedures, and business lines.
Learn Eleven Western Builders’ estimating process and expectations of the project estimators; reviewing bid invitations, setting up projects for bid solicitation, communicate with subcontractors, order and distribute plans and project documents, processing subcontractor bids and pre-qualification packages.
Learn how to use Eleven Western Builders’ estimating software.
Builds positive working relationships with the Estimating Team, Subcontractors, Project Managers, General Superintendents, and Leadership.
Fully understands the project bidding process, and is providing coordination proactively to support estimators, asking questions as needed.
Has a foundational understanding of the company’s estimating software and can provide general assistance to subcontractors to streamline access and foster beneficial relationships.
Understands Eleven Western Builders’ pre-qualification process and provides guidance to trade partners to efficiently complete the process.
Works closely with the Project Estimator to provide a complete bid package to our clients.
Fosters a positive working relationship with Clients and Architectural teams.
Coordinates with Project Estimators and other team members to gather additional required documents and materials to assemble a bid package that showcases our Eleven Western Builders’ values and strengths.
Proactively communicating with subcontractors to provide bid results and communicate future opportunities, attending weekly team meetings, and providing support for the estimating team.
Problem-solve in a fast-paced environment, maintaining a positive attitude and professionalism.
Is a fully integrated member of the team, able to provide coordination consistently and proactively on multiple projects from start to finish.
Has formed and continues to foster strong relationships with trade partners and team members.
Exhibits a positive attitude and drive when working on all projects, simple or complex, working to deliver the best outcome.