Estimator

Sampson Construction•Kearney, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports construction projects by preparing full estimates on large and complex as required by client's documents, provides complete conceptual and total bid price. Sampson Construction has built its reputation for integrity by serving as a trusted partner in commercial construction for over 70 years. Every client’s needs, goals and budget become Sampson Construction’s uncompromising standard of success. Sampson Construction is an industry leader, driven by advancements that continuously enhance the standards of quality for clients.

Requirements

Follows department protocol regarding confidentiality of data and information.
Knowledge of disciplines, estimating techniques and cost control
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively in a positive or negative situation
Computer skills – Timberline, Expedition, Excel, ICE, PayDirt, Digitizer, On Screen Take-off, Microsoft Outlook and Word
Accuracy and thoroughness – monitors work to ensure quality
Dependable – consistently at work and on time, follows instructions
Manage multiple activities at same time and maintain priorities
3-5 years’ experience with projects of 5 million and larger.

Nice To Haves

LEED AP preferred

Responsibilities

Displays professional communication with all parties involved in the construction project, including engaging in effective conflict resolution and problem solving strategies.
Reviews project specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
Prepares estimates including performing quantity takeoffs.
Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers and subcontractors.
Requests quotations; organizes, reviews and logs quotes received.
Visits project sites to evaluate implications upon final estimate costing.
Updates skills for software tools and technology utilized.
Performs post-bid analysis and participates in project hand-off meetings.
Assists with cost control system set-up.
Helps prepare for and participates in proposals and interviews seeking potential new business opportunities.
Participates in bid review meetings with OAC team.
Prepares information needed to write subcontracts.
Manage solicitation process to ensure maximum subcontractor bids are received.
Delivers major bids, picks up drawings and other miscellaneous bid-related errands.
Coordinates subcontractors in attempt to eliminate and minimize scope gaps.
Provides complete summary at conceptual, SD, DD and CD drawing level including costing, scheduling and quality reviews.
Performs other related functions as required or assigned.