Planner/Estimator

Valiant Integrated Services•Rock Island, IL

About The Position

Valiant is looking for a Planner/Estimator to join our team! This role involves reviewing proposal specifications and drawings, attending pre-bid meetings, and determining the scope of work for Project Work Order Estimates. The position processes estimates generally within the range of $6K to $250K and prepares detailed trade scopes of work and backup documentation. The Planner/Estimator will solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier proposals, develop options, and recommend the best value solutions. Maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders and assisting with awarded contracts, including change orders and contractual issues, are key responsibilities. The role also involves developing complete proposals, conceptual proposals for business development, and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

5+ years of estimating experience.
5 years' experience in construction coordination and program management.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project or other scheduling-related systems, and have experience working with RS Means and Bentley estimating software.
Strong understanding of conceptual estimating, estimating techniques, and cost control.
Ability to prepare proposals with minimum supervision.
Must be comfortable working in teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Should be able to clearly articulate bid inclusions, exclusions, and proposal clarifications with owners and subcontractors.
Must be able to multitask and prioritize responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Review proposal specifications drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc., to determine the scope of work and required contents of Project Work Order Estimates.
Process estimates generally within the range of $6K to $250K.
Prepare detailed trade scopes of work and backup documentation for review.
Solicit project-specific proposals from subcontractors and suppliers and evaluate them for completeness and competitiveness.
Develop options and recommend best value solution based on cost, engineering, quality or availability of materials.
Establish and maintain positive relationships and ethical practices with owners, consultants, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers.
Assist project coordinators and the customer with awarded contracts and projects as required. This may include estimating/pricing change orders and facilitating the resolution of any contractual issues.
Track and assist operations with awarded contracts and projects as required – may include estimating/pricing extra work items, change orders, credit, procuring materials, etc.
Work with Project Coordinator to develop complete professional proposals, including all required information (schedules, narratives, deliverables.).
Develop complete conceptual proposals to support business development and client maintenance.
Perform other duties as assigned.