Estimator

Performance Contracting Group • Portland, OR

112d • $85,000 - $105,000

About The Position

Performance Contracting Group (PCG) is seeking an experienced Estimator for its PCI Portland 553 operations in Portland, Oregon. The position bids and pursues construction work in the greater Oregon market and supports estimating and project administration for secured projects. This is a safety-sensitive position.

The Estimator performs quantitative takeoffs, establishes labor productivities, obtains competitive pricing from vendors and subcontractors, and evaluates market conditions and project risks when establishing margins. The role participates in internal bid reviews, supports customer relationships, administers contracts for secured projects, and hands projects off to the Operations Team. The Estimator may also assist with change order management, billings, and collaboration with other members of the Estimating team.

The stated salary range is $85,000 to $105,000. PCG describes itself as a national employee-owned specialty contractor serving commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets, with an emphasis on employee development, safety, and inclusion.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience estimating construction projects.
• Experience with estimating, project management, or managing specialty construction scopes.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work.
• Record of establishing and maintaining customer relationships.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• High attention to detail and cost analysis.
• Ability to accurately read schedules for sequencing and durations of applicable scopes of work.
• Proficiency with computer takeoff and estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quickbid.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, BlueBeam Revu, Procore, or PlanSwift.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science or Construction Management.
• Experience working with union representatives.
• OSHA Certification.
• Local to the Portland metro 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-perform group.
• Understand market conditions, including competitive approach, backlog, and risk level, to establish margin percentages.
• Participate in internal bid reviews with supervisors and the project team.
• Create and maintain positive customer relations in support of branch customer-alignment objectives.
• Administer contracts 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 in product-line collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Incentive bonus plan.
• 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