Estimator
Estimator
Job Description:
Prepares detailed estimates derived from construction drawings and specifications. In the performance of this function, the Estimator is responsible for the communication of bids and scopes of work to Supervisors.
Job Duties:
- Reviews and evaluates requests for estimates
- Reviews estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracy
- Reviews construction documents and understands scope of work to bid
- Prepare cost analysis by recapitulating material, labor, equipment, subcontractor, and overhead costs occurred in heavy civil industry projects
- Executes take-offs of construction documents
- Inputs take-offs data into spreadsheets
- Utilize the company approved costing methodology, data, and systems to present estimate results in a detailed breakdown format suitable for use by the project manager and the project team
- Assist the project manager in the development of project management documents such as project budgets, project schedules, scope statements and project plans
- Meet with project clients to assess their needs and define project requirements, acceptance criteria and project timelines
- Attend client pre-bid meetings and job showing, visit job sites, and keep a record of all verbal information disseminated by the client during the pre-bid meeting and job showing
- Prepare project cost estimates from the client’s RFQ documents and drawings and any other information learned during the pre-bid showing
- Coordinate/schedule with vendors and subcontractors
- Keep vendor PO’s and subcontract pay requests
- Coordinate the allocation of project resources to ensure the project team has needs met with appropriate timing
- Must have ability to explain details behind each estimate, including the basis of the man-hours allocated for each task, personnel resources needed to execute each task, etc.
- Maintain cost estimating tools including databases, spreadsheets, and other computer-based applications to keep updated information on past performance and industry standards
- Assists Project Manager on alternative project execution approaches based on the scope of work and the most cost-effective execution methods available
- Maintain lines of communications between company departments, project manager, and client with regards to cost estimating activities
- Assign tasks to team members and help them understand project milestones and deliverable expectations
- Schedule project site visits and walk-throughs when necessary
- Assist project management with monthly schedule updates and billings
- Act as liaison between the project team and project clients
- Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. For the most part ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED. Minimum of two years related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. Proven written and verbal communication abilities; proficiency with computer applications. Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule. Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Estimator on Relevant Heavy Civil Construction Required
- Experience estimating multiple projects in excess of $2 Million
- Experience estimating mass excavation and utility projects, storm water, and asphalt paving Required
- Experience with computer takeoff and cost estimating software Required
- Flexibility to effectively deal with changing priorities and timelines through analytical problem-solving.
- Able to work independently and in a collaborative team-oriented environment
- Displays superior written and oral communication skills
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, reach with hands and arms, walk, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. May include lifting up to 50 pounds on occasion.
Coastal Asphalt, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law.
Coastal Asphalt, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace