Estimator

ORION•Houston, TX

19d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for analysis of project plans, specifications, soils reports and other related project information to determines cost estimates including, but not limited to, materials, labor rates and hours, equipment, supplier costs, and subcontractor costs to prepare bid proposals. This position is office based with some travel to job sites for estimating purposes. The incumbent must have the ability and flexibility to work different shifts and long hours (8-12 hours). Weekend work and extra hours occur according to production needs and at the discretion of the Crew Supervisor. The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity.

Requirements

A Minimum of (5) years field and/or estimating experience in structural and light commercial concrete construction, or equivalent work experience required.
BS Degree in Construction Management or related discipline. Field experience preferred.
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, InEight, OST, and MS Project.
Ability to perform in high-stress situations and meet tight deadlines.
Problem solving and critical thinking skills for project efficiency.
Ability to understand scope requirements based on project documents and customer communication.
Time management and organizational skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Applies technical skills with minimal guidance from others and often works independently.
Exhibits the ability to effectively work closely with Estimating Manager and Project Management Team to help ensure success in the bid estimation process for concrete construction projects.
Demonstrates ability to review and evaluate requests for estimates.
Demonstrates ability to prepare and/or review written Proposals for completeness and accuracy.
Demonstrates ability to prepare weekly bid calendar and ensures timely completion of estimates.
Demonstrates ability prepare cost analysis in computer by recapitulating material, labor, equipment, subcontractor and overhead cost incurred in the installation of items.
Demonstrates ability to develop and maintain cost data, including labor and equipment rates, installation methods and production rates.
Demonstrates ability to develop and maintain estimating procedures and guidelines.
All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.
Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety.
Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with.
Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).