Scaffolding Estimator II

Performance Contracting Group • Houston, TX

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Performance Contracting Group is a national employee-owned specialty contractor that offers quality services and products to the commercial, industrial, and non-residential construction markets. The company is committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing employees from diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering a culture of safety and inclusiveness, and valuing training and professional development. PCI is seeking a motivated, team-oriented, and driven experienced Scaffold Estimator for its PCI Houston 115 operations based in Pasadena, TX. This individual will be responsible for various duties related to estimating construction projects.

Requirements

• At least 2 years' experience estimating construction projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, or related field, or 5 years of comparable work experience is required
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• A clear understanding of how to read and understand specifications and drawings
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to learn new job skills by engaging in the technical aspects of the job and applying new skills as they are taught
• Superb customer service skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers
• Positive attitude and entrepreneurial spirit

Nice To Haves

• Experience with erection and dismantling of scaffold is preferred
• Technical knowledge and understanding of systems, frame & brace, shoring, swing stage, and tube & clamp scaffold is preferred
• Experience with working with union representatives is preferred
• OSHA Certification

Responsibilities

• Performing quantitative takeoffs on construction projects
• Generating business leads
• Ensuring projects are estimated thoroughly and timely
• Establish labor productivity for estimate
• Understanding of market conditions, including competitive approach, backlog, risk, and other factors for establishing margin percentages
• Conducting internal bid reviews with management, operations, and cost controls team members
• Creating and maintaining positive relationships with customers and PCI team members
• Initiate and participate in customer alignment events
• Contract administration for secured projects
• Conduct project hand-offs of secured projects to the Operations Team
• Attend job walks
• Assist in supporting team bid-log efforts and customer and project tracking
• Assist in providing change order management and billings for each project

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees