Estimator

Valcourt•City of Utica, NY

4d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Estimator works with employees, clients, specifying engineers, and vendors, and manages estimates from beginning to end. The position reports to management within the estimating department and manages an existing estimating assistant employee. The Estimator analyzes project documents and scopes of work, develops cost estimates and proposals, conducts quantity takeoffs, and coordinates with internal and external stakeholders throughout the estimating process. The role also supports company safety best practices and maintains cost and vendor-related information.

Requirements

Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Familiarity with procurement of construction services, contract award and buy-out, authoring RFIs, AIA industry-standard documents and exhibits, and development of appropriate contract documents.
Familiarity with accepted industry practices, materials, techniques, and common and general code requirements.
Attention to detail and ability to work within time constraints.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to function in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Sales, Business, or a related field, or at least two years of related experience.

Nice To Haves

Specific experience in waterproofing, masonry, and concrete repair/restoration.

Responsibilities

Work with estimators, business development managers, project managers, construction managers, engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors to understand scopes of work, changes, RFIs, and cost estimate adjustments before proposals are submitted.
Perform quantity takeoff surveys and attend pre-bid meetings.
Provide detailed information to management and peer review teams to finalize estimates and proposals.
Analyze requests for proposals, plans, amendments, and other documentation to determine scope and establish costs, preparation time, schedules, materials, design, and labor estimates; review documentation for accuracy and competitive bidding.
Consult with clients, vendors, and construction team members to formulate estimates and resolve problems.
Maintain the company directory of manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors.
Coordinate with project managers to develop work crews and production rates for required tasks.
Maintain a database of actual direct and indirect costs for comparison of estimates with similar work as performed.
Support and promote best practices for the company’s safety program.
Coordinate internal and external resources to expedite workflow.
Manage communication between upper management and employees regarding active estimates and opportunities.
Manage an existing estimating assistant employee.
Perform other duties as assigned.