Jr. Construction Estimator

Western Partitions • Reno, NV

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About The Position

The Jr. Construction Estimator is responsible for assisting the Estimating Team on plan takeoffs, understanding estimated costs and preparing project bids and budgets under the guidance of a Senior Estimator. This role is also required to review project proposals, blueprints, specifications, and associated records. The Jr. Estimator will coordinate with WPI specific trade departments to produce accurate cost estimates and proposals. Understand and comply with all WPI policies, procedures, and corporate safety program. Actively participate in the safety plans and measures of the assigned projects. Review contract language, scope of work, and special provisions in the contract. Make sure team members are aware of these items during bid time. Review drawings, specifications, bid forms, General Contractor/Project specific front-end forms and other paperwork to prepare accurate detailed proposals. Work with other WPI departments to put together complete multi-scope estimates. Use mathematical algorithms to calculate labor, material, and equipment needs. Communicate with the client during the bidding phase and on any modifications of a project. Assist in ensuring all pertinent information during bid time is transferred to the project management team during Estimating Hand-Offs. Functions as support for project management throughout the beginning stage to explain any possible problems or concerns in the budget. Update daily the Estimating bid log of current, past and future projects and organize by priority. This log will include the schedules of these projects and may be split into multiple scopes. Ensure Vendor Material Quotes are accurate and create a comparison list. Ask feedback on corrective actions to enhance the continuous identification and reliability of cost figures. Thoroughly analyze different areas of a project to collect relevant data. Support and visit assigned job sites, participate in, and conduct job meetings as required.

Requirements

• Ability to analyze and process key information, recognize critical areas on the job that could impact profitability, and then actively navigate the project away from risks and liabilities for a successful outcome.
• Understand field productivity, as well as material and equipment costs.
• A clear understanding of how to read and understand specifications and drawings is required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
• Strong oral and written communication skills is required.
• Strong math skills are required.
• Ability to work in team environment is required.
• Strong customer service skills are required.
• Ability to multitask, think critically, and problem-solve is required.
• Ability to learn new job skills by engaging in the technical aspects of the job and applying new skills as they are taught is required.
• Must be able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments.
• Must possess strong organizational and computer use skills and have a high level of competency to read/write/speak English, interpret construction related documentation and communicate with coworkers.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with estimating/project management/managing specialty scopes of construction.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, OnScreen Takeoff, and QuickBid.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, Business, Accounting, or related field.
• Local to office is preferred

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Estimating Team on plan takeoffs
• Understanding estimated costs
• Preparing project bids and budgets under the guidance of a Senior Estimator
• Reviewing project proposals, blueprints, specifications, and associated records
• Coordinating with WPI specific trade departments to produce accurate cost estimates and proposals
• Understanding and complying with all WPI policies, procedures, and corporate safety program
• Actively participating in the safety plans and measures of the assigned projects
• Reviewing contract language, scope of work, and special provisions in the contract
• Making sure team members are aware of these items during bid time
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, bid forms, General Contractor/Project specific front-end forms and other paperwork to prepare accurate detailed proposals
• Working with other WPI departments to put together complete multi-scope estimates
• Using mathematical algorithms to calculate labor, material, and equipment needs
• Communicating with the client during the bidding phase and on any modifications of a project
• Assisting in ensuring all pertinent information during bid time is transferred to the project management team during Estimating Hand-Offs
• Functioning as support for project management throughout the beginning stage to explain any possible problems or concerns in the budget
• Updating daily the Estimating bid log of current, past and future projects and organize by priority
• Ensuring Vendor Material Quotes are accurate and create a comparison list
• Asking feedback on corrective actions to enhance the continuous identification and reliability of cost figures
• Thoroughly analyzing different areas of a project to collect relevant data
• Supporting and visiting assigned job sites, participate in, and conduct job meetings as required

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus plan
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance, accidental death, and disability benefits
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees