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Jr Estimator
Ref #:
268
Location:
Idaho
Salary:
75,000 USD - 90,000 USD
Sector:
Construction
Type:
Permanent
Responsibilities
- Perform/support a variety of estimating duties including quantity take-offs, labor, material, and equipment costs, database input, coordination of bid documents for distribution to subcontractors, research of product data and suppliers
- Coordinate with estimating team, subcontractors, designers, and owners
- Support Lead Estimator in preparation of a variety of estimates; including conceptual estimates, GMP estimates, and lump-sum estimates
- Research prior estimating data to support precedents for future estimates
- Review project plans, requirements, and specifications
- Support preparation of subcontractor bid list and distribution of drawings/RFP documents to subcontractors
- Coordinate subcontract solicitations, job walks, and timely receipt of subcontractor bids
- Assist Lead Estimator in comparison of competitive trade bids
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned and punctuality
- Travel approximately 5% of the time for new project job walks
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (preferably in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience
- General knowledge of design development, estimating, construction drawings, costs, and principles
- Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
- Strong computer skills with the ability to use MS Office with proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook) as well as estimating software
- Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations
- Highly analytical, versatile, extremely organized, and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously