Job Description

Job Title

Develop accurate, on-time estimates for prospective and listed projects. Review and coordinate preconstruction activities, based on each project's scope of work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Interpret architectural and structural drawings/specs for the purpose of developing project cost.
• Coordinate vendors & third-party resources as required for project development.
• Clarify and coordinate information with Sales, Engineering, Production, Field & Project Management.
• Perform detailed quantity take-off for project estimation.
• Review and adjust for cost changes throughout the life cycle of a project.
• Undertake training on estimating systems, as well as the overall function and purpose of the company.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Special projects assigned by management.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) year degree in Drafting/Estimating, Project/Construction management, or Architecture

Other Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge and ability to interpret architectural/structural drawings and specifications.
• High scanning accuracy and high mathematical aptitude
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and expert in Excel
• Willingness and ability to quickly learn new procedures
• Well organized and detail orientated
• Able to maintain focus on a given task
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work with others in a collaborative manner
• Demonstrate dedication to safety, customer satisfaction, quality and efficiency
• Exhibit the ability and ambition for upward mobility in the organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Project/Construction management, Civil / Structural Engineering or Architecture

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel
• Work variable hours
• Office: Move 25lbs (not for all jobs, reasonable accommodations will be made), work with a computer for extended periods of time
• Field (periodic): Must be able to traverse uneven ground, move minimum of 50lbs., spatial awareness/depth perception, climb on a flatbed semi-trailer
• Plant/Yard (periodic): Move minimum of 50lbs., spatial awareness/depth perception, walk, climb, bend at the waist, reach, forceful use of hand tools, vocal projection

Work Environment

• This position is available as either a remote opportunity, or in an office environment at our locations.
• Office: Quiet with some ambient noise, climate controlled, fluorescent lighting
• Field: All types of weather conditions (year-round, Mid-west and Northeast), dirt/dust, noise from heavy machinery/vehicles
• Plant/Yard: All types of weather conditions (year-round, Mid-west and Northeast), dirt/dust, noise from heavy machinery/vehicles, vibrations from machinery and vehicles, loud noises, little to no climate control, varying amounts of light, stairs, narrow walkways

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