Commercial Construction Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Established in 1935 as a leading commercial glass and aluminum contractor, Hershocks has an opening for an individual in its Commercial Contract Division for a Commercial Estimator. This person would be providing competitive bids for commercial construction projects as it relates to glass and glazing frame systems.

Essential Duties :

• Review specifications, drawings and other documents to determine scope of work.
• Responsible for preparing cost material and labor estimates, to be added to the Bid Report
• Responsible for reviewing with project managers the scope of work and specific materials and vendors used to formulate project estimate.
• Responsible for meeting multiple project deadlines as required.
• Work with General Contractors and / or owners to develop preconstruction budgeting.
• Visit jobsites as required to field measure, check job conditions in order to accurately prepare estimates and manage jobs.
• Responsible for consulting with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, and / or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve any cost issues.
• Responsible for the following when Department receives a contract :
• Review contracts for scope of work and project contract amount.
• Provide schedule of value breakdowns for billing purpose.
• Communicate with project managers regarding scope of work and door / framing systems.
• Assist Project Managers with order changes to executed contract.
• Communicate with various manufacturers regarding door / framing systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Personal Attributes

Position Requirements

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as architectural drawings, maintenance instructions, standard operating procedure manuals and specifications. Ability to write proposals and correspondence. Ability to communicate and speck effectively before groups of employees, contractors, and customers.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate dimensions, proportions, percentages, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Mission, Vision, and Values

Reliable. Expert. Always Hershocks.