Estimator (72146)

Valcourt•Tampa, FL

33d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves working with employees, clients, specifying engineers, and vendors, and managing an estimate from beginning to end. The role reports to management within the estimating department and will manage an existing estimating assistant employee. The primary focus is on performing quantity takeoff surveys, attending pre-bid meetings, and providing detailed information for finalizing estimates and proposals. The Estimator will analyze requests for proposals, plans, amendments, and other documentation to determine scope of work and establish costs, preparation time, schedules, materials, design, and labor estimates. They will also consult with clients, vendors, and construction team members to formulate estimates and resolve problems, maintain the company directory of manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors, and coordinate efforts with project managers to develop work crews and production rates. Additionally, the role supports Valcourt's safety program and manages communication regarding active estimates and opportunities.

Requirements

Must be eligible to work in the United States
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Sales, Business, or related field OR At least five years of related experience required.
Specific experience in waterproofing, masonry and concrete repair/restoration preferred.
Familiar with the procurement of construction services, contract award and buy-out, authoring of RFI’s, AIA industry- standard documents and exhibits, and development of appropriate contract documents.
Familiarity with accepted industry practices, materials and techniques, knowledge of common and general code requirements.
Attention to detail and ability to work to time constraints.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Responsibilities

Work closely with other estimators, business development managers, project managers, construction managers, engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on their understanding of the scope-of-work, changes, RFI’s, and adjustments to cost estimates prior to proposal.
Perform quantity takeoff surveys, attend pre-bid meetings, provide detailed information to management and peer review team in finalizing estimates and proposals.
Analyze requests for proposals, plans, amendments, and other documentation to determine scope of work and content to establish costs, preparation time, schedules, materials, design and labor estimates and review all documentation for accuracy and competitive bidding.
Consult with clients, vendors, and construction team members to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve problems.
Maintain the integrity of the company directory of manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors.
Coordinate efforts with project managers to develop work crews and production rates for performance of required tasks and the maintenance of the database of actual direct and indirect costs for comparison (i.e. comparison of estimates to “as performed” similar work).
Support and promote best practices for Valcourt’s safety program.
Coordinate internal and external resources to expedite workflow.
Manage communication between upper management and employees in regard to active estimates and opportunities.
Performs other duties as assigned.