Project Estimating Specialist

OnePointe Solutions LLC•Elgin, TX

5d•$60,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Project Estimators are responsible for deciding the projected time frame needed to complete a project and additional factors like labor needs, materials, budgets, and potential setbacks. We look for individuals that embody these values by being self-motivated to go above and beyond their responsibilities, sharing credit where due and offering praise to others, and are highly emotionally intelligent.

Requirements

Familiarity with financial and project management principles.
In-depth knowledge of research and data analysis methods and estimation formulas.
Exquisite math and IT ability with an analytical mindset.
Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities.
Thoroughness and reliability.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to travel, when needed.
Ability to extend work hours in order to complete large projects on time.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

2-3 years of prior experience in finance, cost accounting, or another project management-related experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Experience quoting metal cabinetry or plam cabinetry for large commercial projects.

Responsibilities

Analyzing requirement documents, blueprints, and project plans to gain a thorough understanding of the project.
Determining what factors of production will influence the cost of a service or product.
Preparing material estimates and cost estimates for the product or service.
Creating labor estimates.
Developing and maintaining relationships with company vendors and contractors
Managing bids from vendors and contractors.
Using bid data to prepare detailed a cost analysis.
Presenting prepared estimates to management and other stakeholders.
Compiling and recording actual costs.

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