Estimator

Job Title : Estimator

Location : Kansas City, Kansas area (NOTE : Will assist with relocation for the right candidate!)

About : Our client specializing in commercial and structural fabrication, as well as heavy fabrication for Departments of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Job Description : We are seeking an Estimator to join our client's team and help us profitably grow sales and elevate the company to the next level.

Responsibilities :

• Perform material quantity take-offs and labor estimates to accurately cost projects
• Develop comprehensive, detailed proposals for projects estimated
• Develop options and recommend best value solutions by quoting various suppliers and / or subcontractors
• Identify opportunities for change orders to streamline fabrication and manage costs
• Prepare, issue, and track change orders for original contract scope changes
• Perform project management as needed to support fabrication and track and communicate status to customers
• Quote and purchase raw materials as needed
• Identify potential risks before they become a problem, focusing on root cause analysis and preventive action
• Assess project risk and understand all project and contract documents
• Review proposals, specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc., to determine scope of work and develop quantity take-offs
• Develop and maintain relationships with general contractors

Qualifications :

• Knowledge and understanding of Structural Steel and Miscellaneous Metals
• Knowledge and understanding of building construction combined with steel design concepts presented on architectural and engineering drawings
• Ability to prepare proposals with minimum supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate bid inclusions, exclusions, and proposal clarifications with owners and subcontractors
• Project set up, budget planning, buy out, and cost reporting experience is a must
• Understanding of critical path scheduling
• Energetic and highly motivated with a strong sense of urgency
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office, On-Screen Estimating or Bluebeam, Fabrol, or Tekla (Tekla experience is ideal)
• Previous experience with projects for Departments of Transportation and United States Army Corps of Engineers is ideal

Education / Experience :

• Bachelor’s in Construction Management or similar desired but not required
• 3+ years of estimating experience required
28 days ago