A Construction Estimator is responsible for preparing cost estimates and all associated documents for estimating the cost, necessary resources, and schedule of construction projects.
They estimate work by analyzing plans, specifications, proposals, quotes, and other documentation in order to prepare time, cost, materials, equipment, and labor estimates for products, projects, and / or services while applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principals, and processes.
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RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES :
- Develop a full understanding of company estimating policies and procedures.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and perform site work evaluations.
- Request bid bonds and prepare qualification documents (if required).
- Analyze plans, specifications, reports, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, equipment, and labor estimates.
- Prepare a detailed take-off of the quantities and scope of work detailed in the project plans.
- Review take-off quantities compared to bid form quantities to ensure accuracy of data used in estimates.
- Analyze alternative solutions and construction methods in the bidding process.
- Understand market and competitor pricing based on historical and current costs.
- Request and compile all documentation and quotes from sub-contractors and suppliers.
- Submit questions to the owner, engineer, vendors, and sub-contractors on any discrepancies discovered in the plans and specs prior to finalizing cost estimates.
- Maintain relationships with sub-contractors and vendors to obtain competitive quotes.
- Review material, labor, and equipment requirements to prepare a detailed cost estimate using the company estimating software.
- Compute production rates and prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or sub-contractors, and determining cost effectiveness.
- Analyze risk exposure for all assigned projects.
- Participate in bid reviews and submit a complete and timely bid.
- Successful hand off of estimate to the project manager and continued involvement with the company’s project construction team.
- Assess profitability of projects and track actual costs relative to bid as the project develops.
- Other duties and responsibilities as directed.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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