Estimator

Performance Contracting Group • Exton, PA

98d • $110,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Performance Contracting Group is seeking an experienced Estimator for its Philadelphia, Pennsylvania operations based in Exton, Pennsylvania. The Estimator is responsible for estimating PCI scopes of work and supporting the estimating team and project operations. The position includes construction takeoffs and cost analysis, pricing coordination with vendors and subcontractors, bid reviews, customer relationship work, and administration and handoff of secured projects. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience estimating construction projects.
• Experience estimating or managing specialty construction scopes.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI scopes of work, specifications, materials, and methods.
• A record of establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and cost analysis skills.
• Ability to accurately read project schedules to determine sequencing and durations of scopes of work.
• Proficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Excel and Word, and with Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or PlanSwift.
• Strong understanding of estimating techniques and the bidding process.
• Ability to work effectively both collaboratively and independently.
• Ability to learn new skills through technical job functions and apply them as they are learned.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or a related discipline.
• Experience with drywall and framing for commercial interior projects.
• OSHA certification.
• Experience working with union representatives.
• Local to the greater Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative takeoffs on construction projects.
• Establish labor productivities for estimates.
• Maintain positive relationships with area vendors to obtain competitive material and equipment pricing.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for work outside the self-performing group.
• Assess market conditions, including competitive approach, backlog, and level of risk, when establishing margin percentages.
• Participate in internal bid reviews with supervisors and project teams.
• Support customer alignment objectives by creating and maintaining positive customer relationships.
• Perform contract administration for secured projects.
• Utilize wage and benefit schedules.
• Hand off secured projects to the Operations team.
• Assist with other duties as assigned, such as change order management or billings, depending on the project.
• Support other Estimating team members through product-line collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Incentive bonus plan; annualized bonus is non-guaranteed.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans, with a flexible spending account option.
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed