The Estimator Position works closely with Project Managers to determine the costs associated with completing the scope of work in a potential project. This position is responsible for completing quantity take-offs, preparing cost estimates, organizing bid bonds and communicating with sub trades to determine the financial needs of completing a project.
Responsibilities:
- Assess the type of project, client, and closing date of project to determine prioritization of all tenders.
- Analyze drawing, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive cost estimates.
- When necessary, refer to previous projects of similar nature for cost comparison.
- Use Mathematical equations to determine the quantity of material needed by calculating width, length, depth, and density.
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the scope for specific skills assigned.
- Prepare, issue, receive and review supplier and subcontractor proposals and pricing.
- Coordinates with the client on all changes in scope, questions, or clarifications regarding the work, during the bidding process.
- Acts as a resource to project management during the award / start-up phase to clarify any issues regarding what was considered in the estimate including materials and methods of construction.
- Reviews budget and project profitability status and goals with supervision and project team as required. Seeks input on corrective measures to continuously improve the identification and accuracy of cost figures.
- Acts as a resource for project management by providing cost information and developing cost estimates for changes in the work, during different construction phases.
- Other Estimating duties as required.
- Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics.
- Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
Onsite Inspection
- Conduct site inspection for project understanding, analysis of conditions and assessment of risk and identification of activities that may or may not be shown in project documents.
- Attend and participate in onsite meetings with clients, owners, representatives, staff, sub trades, contractors, and other project stakeholders.
- Other onsite inspection duties as required.
Administrative Duties
- Assembles bid-files including all development information that was utilized in preparation of the estimates.
- Maintain up-to-date and accurate contact information for suppliers, sub-contractors and clients.
- Deliver bids on time for project closing.
- Other administrative duties as required.
Safety
- Participate, accept, and adopt the principles described in the company safety program.
- Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or endanger the wellbeing of others.
Teamwork
- Participate as an integral member of the team, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required.
- Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required.
Education & Experience:
- Minimum of a 2 – 3 year technical diploma in a construction related degree from a recognized post-secondary institution
- 2 or more years’ experience in commercial/light industrial construction, preferably in operations
Qualifications:
Safety
- Estimating and Project Management Skills
- Supervisory Skills
- Intermediate Microsoft Office skills in Excel, Word, Project, Outlook
- Comprehensive mathematical skills
- Working knowledge of Sage Construction software
- Writing, editing and proof reading
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical skills
- Organizational skills
Abilities
- Demonstrate professionalism
- Service oriented
- Have a sense of urgency to meet deadlines
- Demonstrate initiative
- Multi-task and set priorities effectively
- Accomplish goals in a team environment
- Strive for excellence
- Possess a positive “can do” attitude
- Flexible and adaptive to change
Working Conditions
- Travel, as required
- Manual dexterity required to use computer and peripherals
- Overtime as required
Type: Full-time
Salary: $80K+ commiserate with experience. Bonus package ~20-30K.
Benefits: Health Insurance, Vision & Dental Insurance, PTO, 401K, Company phone
Application Process: All interested individuals must submit cover letter, resume, and three references to resumes@coopertacia.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr
