Estimator I

Marek•Houston, TX

About The Position

Job Summary The Estimator position sells, estimates, prices and closes commercial construction project deals. He or she completes detailed tasks and assists with developing competitive cost estimates. This role performs quantity take-offs and pricing of interior construction, while building and maintaining customer relationships, for the purpose of selling profitable work. Job Duties & Responsibilities Cost Estimating Accurately details proposals and assesses all factors of MAREK’s project scope which may affect cost, including probable scope which may have been left out or is unspecified. Obtain current construction documents for projects related to MAREK’s scope of work for pricing accordingly. Prepare shop drawings, product submittals and other project related information for distribution to project team. Reviews plan, drawings, specifications, schedule, and may visit construction site to note geographic features, site access, logistics for material staging, etc. Breaks down all expenses (including labor, materials, equipment, and other resources), factors in the schedule, risks or constraints, customer relationship, supplier relationships, market pricing, other bidders, and plans the project budget. Analyze historical costs and evaluate effectiveness of current pricing information. Consult with team members when discrepancies are found in cost data. Coordinates project field measurements and product orders in a timely manner and in line with MAREK standard operating procedures for collaboration between team members. Sales/Marketing: Develop and maintain ongoing branch communications. Initiate, build, and maintain new branch relationships. Develop and maintain a sense of reliability of your work with others. Support corporate goal “Customer is Number One.” Possesses the skills necessary to offer Value Engineering concepts. Secures and understand post bid tabs. Be available for pre and post bid support by whatever means necessary. Follows up on pending bid projects. Keeps track of future work and can develop long-term strategies for improving Marek’s odds of securing it. Initiate and maintain workload, as necessary. Stay in touch with market trends.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Construction Management or related field of study or high school diploma/GED with equivalent work experience.
1+ years of progressive experience in the construction industry.
Knowledge of construction practices and project management methods.
Professional verbal and written communication skills
Strong relationship building skills.
Strong numerical and reasoning skills.
Ability to multi-task
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products; specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Able to work a varied schedule to complete projects and meet deadlines in response to changing demands.
Able to work in fast paced environment with high daily pressure to meet deadlines.
Able to perform work indoors in an office environment, regardless of whether cubicle, open office or private office.
Able to travel to branch offices and construction jobsites.
Able to communicate verbally, in a clear manner.
Able to hear oral communication either in person or on equipment such as telephone or mobile phone.
Able to operate office equipment, including personal computer, phone, fax machine, scanner and calculator for extended periods of time.
Able to access and navigate construction jobsites periodically. This can include climbing stairs and/or ladders.

Nice To Haves

Field experience or exposure a plus.
Experience with Architectural AutoCAD detailer preferred.
Experience or exposure to estimating, scheduling, and/or project management technology a plus. (Quick Bid, On-Screen Take-Off, Project Management and blueprint collaboration software such as Blue Beam Revu, Plan Grid, etc.)

Responsibilities

Accurately details proposals and assesses all factors of MAREK’s project scope which may affect cost, including probable scope which may have been left out or is unspecified.
Obtain current construction documents for projects related to MAREK’s scope of work for pricing accordingly.
Prepare shop drawings, product submittals and other project related information for distribution to project team.
Reviews plan, drawings, specifications, schedule, and may visit construction site to note geographic features, site access, logistics for material staging, etc.
Breaks down all expenses (including labor, materials, equipment, and other resources), factors in the schedule, risks or constraints, customer relationship, supplier relationships, market pricing, other bidders, and plans the project budget.
Analyze historical costs and evaluate effectiveness of current pricing information.
Consult with team members when discrepancies are found in cost data.
Coordinates project field measurements and product orders in a timely manner and in line with MAREK standard operating procedures for collaboration between team members.
Develop and maintain ongoing branch communications.
Initiate, build, and maintain new branch relationships.
Develop and maintain a sense of reliability of your work with others.
Support corporate goal “Customer is Number One.”
Possesses the skills necessary to offer Value Engineering concepts.
Secures and understand post bid tabs.
Be available for pre and post bid support by whatever means necessary.
Follows up on pending bid projects.
Keeps track of future work and can develop long-term strategies for improving Marek’s odds of securing it.
Initiate and maintain workload, as necessary.
Stay in touch with market trends.