Estimator

Summary

The Estimator is responsible to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for assigned projects, applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, and / or processes.

The Estimator is also expected to follow-up with clients, in an effort to overcome obstacles that could stand in the way of being awarded the contract.

For awarded contracts, the Estimator provides on-going cost estimate support to operations.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Estimator will perform the following duties in a safe, productive, and effective manner :

• Identifies and quantifies construction elements
• Enters quantities into appropriate software program for pricing
• Provides initial data for entry into Commence software
• Provides Contracts Department with applicable specifications documents to identify insurance requirements
• Sends new contracts for Corporate review
• Identifies, contacts, and creates relationships with vendors / suppliers in order to assess vendor / supplier capabilities for specific project
• Analyzes and scopes vendors / suppliers to determine best value and project continuity
• Based on analysis, proactively works to persuade vendors and / or suppliers to commit to best pricing
• Completes estimate :
• Assembles quantities in pricing format to reflect bid form requirements
• Creates baseline job duration

Determines what special equipment might be job specific

• Applies best value vendors / subs to estimate
• Identifies to whom we are bidding and prepares bid form, bid proposal letter and / or qualifications
• Researches construction history for techniques related to job elements and productivity, value enhancing, value engineering, and alternative constructability
• Ensures Standard Conditions are included in every proposal
• Includes proposal language that allows for reductions of 50% when job is 50% complete; also attempts to get language that allows for final retentions when 60 days of completion of Baker work
• Packages and sends proposal on time; reviews with Operations for productivity / manpower, etc.
• Follows up with client personally to ensure bid receipt and to identify potential obstacles in closing the deal
• Develops client relationship for current and future jobs
• Collects data on lost jobs to monitor competition and market
• Provides info to Marketing for commence update after bid
• Tracks project until awarded
• Contacts Chief Estimator / Estimating Manager when award is made
• Sets-up transition meeting for Project Manager
• Copies pricing, quotes, pertinent proposal information for Project Manager
• Prepares rough schedule for job duration including cash flow and man-hour requirements
• Sets meeting time for Project Manager and Project Manager’s invitees
• Conveys understanding of low-qualified vendors / subs and commitments to subs and General Contractor’s
• Provides overview of job and proposal to Project Manager and operations support
• Communicates General Contractor’s / owner’s schedule and needs with field supervision
• Reviews potential operations alternatives
• Prices changes within necessary timeframe
• Assists project team in receiving approval within 60 days of submittals

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, accounting or related field from an accredited college or university and 3 years’ related experience;

or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft software programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in Estimating software (such as Timberline, UScost, WinEst)

The following competencies are needed to successfully perform this job :

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents, technical procedures, and government regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
• Good listening skills
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to calculate area and volume
• Must be able to interface with clients and co-workers
• Ability to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Ability to factor safety and OSHA requirements into estimates

When you join Baker, you become part of a team that is driven to do more. We offer an excellent pay and benefits package, extensive training, and a culture that is built on the values of People, Honor, and Grit.