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DEW Construction • Portland, ME, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

We are looking for an experienced Estimator to join our team. This position will be primarily responsible for planning, coordinating, and estimating projects as directed by the Senior Estimator in charge of the project.

DEWs Vision, Mission, and Core Values :

  • Vision Statement : To be the go-to construction partner known for our unwavering commitment to the success of every project.
  • Mission Statement : To build a team of professionals who share our core values and foster a culture where everyone can thrive and grow together.
  • Core Values :

Optimism : We share a positive mindset, believing in opportunities over obstacles.

  • Initiative : We are self-motivated, proactive problem solvers.
  • Accountability : We are committed to a culture of ownership, personal accountability, and safety.
  • DEWs Vision, Mission, and Core Values are explicitly integrated into our daily decision-making, leadership behaviors, employee training, performance evaluations, and company culture. We use them as a guiding principle for all activities and hold employees accountable for upholding them, essentially making them a tangible part of the company's identity and operations. Our aim is to ensure we are aware of these guiding principles and feel motivated and encouraged to continue integrating them into our daily lives.

    Essential Functions :

  • Reviews specifications, drawings and attends pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine the scope of work and required contents of estimate
  • Investigates site conditions before bidding, identifying the waste area, borrow area, and dumpsites
  • Reviews design options and recommends the best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials
  • Uses historical unit price and productivity data
  • Reviews and incorporates historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc. into unit and man hour figures
  • Determines and understands critical path schedule and sequence of work
  • Investigates value engineering options
  • Prepares estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work; prices individual work items
  • Reviews terms and conditions of subcontractor and vendor quotes; serves as liaison with subcontractors and vendors during the bidding process
  • Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers
  • Reviews all pricing with the Senior Estimator and Director of Estimating
  • Provides technical support to personnel preparing estimates for assigned bids
  • Sets up budgets
  • Participates in presentations to clients (if required)
  • Visits project sites to observe construction methods
  • Ensures all working documents and data are maintained to back-up estimate figures
  • Maintains skills for software tools and technology utilized
  • Participates in project hand-off meetings; attends meetings with supplies and subs (as needed)
  • Communicates and reinforces the Company vision, values, and goals
  • Performs additional assignments per supervisors direction
  • Expected Outcomes

  • Assigned estimates are completed and on time, and done so in a professional and competitive manner
  • Estimates are accurate and consider risk factors and construction methods
  • Completed projects, utilizing assigned estimates, were profitable
  • Positive Company image is made with clients, potential clients, vendors and subcontractors
  • Good working relationships with subcontractors, maintaining ethical standards
  • Essential Skills and Experience :

  • 4-year engineering degree or equivalent combinations technical training and / or related experience
  • 1-4 years estimating, cost control, and / or engineering experience (at least 4 years estimating experience in similar construction); basic CPM scheduling skills
  • Experience with estimating software, Timberline, On-Screen Take-off, etc.
  • Extensive knowledge of company procedures, estimating techniques, all engineering disciplines, cost control systems, and accounts required
  • Advanced math and computer skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • If you are interested in being part of an innovative and collaborative team, in a challenging and rewarding work environment, we want to hear from you! We are always trying to stay a step ahead of emerging trends in the industry. Every employee is part of the process and part of our success. DEW's philosophy is to invest in people and inspire them to bring the best of themselves to work every day. In addition to offering competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, employees are given opportunities to learn, develop and grow. These are the reasons DEW is named among the top places to work in New Hampshire and Vermont.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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