Estimator - Joinery

PCG•Portland, OR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

PCI is seeking an experienced Joinery Estimator for its West Coast Marine operations based in Portland, OR. This individual will be responsible for performing quantitative takeoffs of Joinery scopes, establishing labor productivities for estimates, and maintaining positive relationships with vendors to solicit competitive material and equipment pricing. They will also solicit subcontractor pricing, understand market conditions to establish margin percentages, and be involved in internal bid reviews. The role includes participating in customer alignment objectives by creating and maintaining positive customer relations, assisting in the hand-off of secured projects to the Operations Team, and other duties such as change order management or billings. This position is safety sensitive.

Requirements

At least 3-5 years of experience estimating shipbuilding and joinery projects.
A strong understanding of joinery systems on Commercial, MSC and US Navy vessels.
Shipbuilding experience in New Construction and/or Repair/ Modernization.
Strong ability to read, understand and interpret specifications and drawings for Joinery scopes of work.
Strong record of establishing and maintaining customer relationships.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
High level of attention to detail and cost analysis.
Ability to accurately read schedules for sequencing and durations of applicable scopes of work.
Proficiency with computer takeoff & estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quickbid.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
Experience working with union representatives is preferred.
Local to Portland, OR.

Responsibilities

Performing quantitative takeoffs of Joinery scopes.
Establish labor productivities for estimate.
Maintain positive relationships with vendors to solicit competitive material and equipment pricing.
Solicit subcontractor pricing for work done outside of our self-perform group.
Understand the market conditions including competitive approach, backlog, level or risk for work and other factors for establishing margin percentages.
Be involved in the internal bid reviews with supervisors and project team.
Participate in the customer alignment objectives of the branch by creating and maintaining positive customer relations.
Assist in the hand-off of secured projects to the Operations Team.
Assist in other duties as assigned such as change order management or billings depending on the project(s).