Assistant Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Objective

The Assistant Estimator is responsible for the coordination and initial work on all bids and pricing of new projects, while remaining aligned with strategy, commitments and goals of the organization.

Essential Functions

• Communicate with General Contractors, Engineers, Owners, and Developers during the bid process
• Solicit subcontractor and / or supplier information and pricing.
• Analyze alternate means and methods to determine the most economical alternative.
• Builds relationships with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers that reflect and support company core values.
• Computer literate with knowledge in AGTEK, Microsoft Office (Especially Excel and Word), and Oman Systems.
• Possess strong mathematical skills including algebra and trigonometry.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and put in the time needed to get the job done.
• Ability to breakdown construction operations into a logical sequence of activities.
• Functions effectively as part of a team
• Exhibits strong leadership qualities
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Strong decision making / problem solving skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Pick up plans ordered from Alabama Graphics
• Visit jobsites as required in order to price the work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Building Science, Civil Engineering, or equivalent preferred.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Field Experience, work as an estimator and experience managing projects.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess a strong work ethic and strong organizational skills.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Leadership skills above the norm, strong character, individual integrity.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills. Ability to tailor style to the audience as appropriate.
• Analytical and critical thinking.

Competencies

• Collaboration Skills.
• Communication Proficiency.
• Ethical Conduct.
• Thoroughness.
• Time Management.

Supervisory Responsibility This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms;

and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds.

Classification : Non-Exempt

Reports to :

Chief Estimator / Project Manager

Goals and Expectations

3 MONTHS

6 MONTHS

AGTEK Skills

AGTEK Skills

Complete Grading Takeoff

Complete Grading Takeoff

OverExcavation & Sloping (Walls, Basements, Underground Detention)

OverExcavation & Sloping (Walls, Basements, Underground Detention)

Estimating Skills

Estimating Skills

Acquire all Subs & Suppliers pricing

Acquire all Subs & Suppliers pricing

Determine best sub / supplier pricing (monetarily)

Determine best sub / supplier pricing (monetarily)

Build Skeleton Spreadsheet (No quantities or pricing, bid items)

Build Skeleton Spreadsheet (No quantities or pricing, bid items)

Quantities in Spreadsheet

Quantities in Spreadsheet

Basic Pricing in Spreadsheet

Complete EQR for Earthwork & Utilities

Basic EQR Completion

Complete Pricing with 85-90% Confidence, checked by Estimating Dept

Pre Bid Site Visit with Supervision

Pre Bid Site Visits without Supervision

Other Tasks

Other Tasks

Daily reports organized

Daily reports organized

Assist as need w / Erosion Control reports organized & on box

Assist as need w / Erosion Control reports organized & on box

Test Dig Documentation

Test Dig Documentation

Alabama Graphics

Alabama Graphics

Subs & Suppliers organized on P Drive

Subs & Suppliers organized on P Drive

Master Bids list updated

Master Bids list updated

T.E. Stevens was founded in Birmingham, Alabama. Established in 1986, the company has tripled in size and grown to over 100 employees.

We provide excavation, site development, and concrete services. We maintain a large fleet of earthmoving equipment to get the project done on time, within budget, and with ease.

By providing excavation & concrete services we help customers save time, eliminate construction related stress, and reduce scheduling conflicts and issues.

With our culture, we thrive on the toughest challenges and care about the success of our clients and our employees. Our experiences, in-house services, and relationships within the Birmingham community have led to consistent project success.

T.E. Stevens is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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