Construction Estimator (Entry Level) - Firestopping

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : salaried / exempt

noOld Dominion Firestopping is looking for an entry level Estimator to join our Preconstruction Team in Nashville, TN.

Job Summary : The Takeoff Engineer assists the estimating team with all aspects of the bidding process including estimating, start- up, running and close out of all projects.

They review project documents and specifications, establish pricing for assigned projects, provide take-offs, manage customer and supplier information, review and updates project logs, and provide other critical support to the estimating team.

Major Duties and Responsibilities :

• Conduct pre-bid document review by reading and interpreting project specifications and documents
• Use take-off software to generate quality project take-offs
• Double check estimates
• Create and maintain estimating and project logs with key deliverables and due dates
• Request and verify quotes from suppliers and others to identify accurate costs in accordance with the scope of work
• Track and update customer and supplier information, and manage local database
• Assist and support estimators in the bid process
• Deliver bids and other time sensitive documents, as needed, to the project owner and others
• Review purchase orders and change orders, and costs changes
• Communicate effectively with general contractors, owners, suppliers, and other customers and team members
• Collect, analyze, and communicate information, data, and trends as needed by the estimating team for reporting purposes
• Filing, organizing, scanning, and other administrative tasks

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science, Engineering or related field, or an equivalent combination of academic and work experience in the construction industry.
• Working knowledge of commercial construction processes and costs
• Ability to read, understand, and navigate construction blueprints, plans, and project specifications
• Ability to multi-task, meet strict deadlines, and manage time and priorities effectively
• Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, vendors, clients, and other trade partners
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Highly organized and detail-orientated
• Team-oriented
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other computer applications

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience reading and interpreting plans and specifications
• Previous experience using onscreen take-off software (e.g., Bluebeam)

Physical Requirements include but are not limited to the following :

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Able to walk, sit, stand, bend, kneel, stretch, squat and climb
• Able to travel to jobsites, meetings, and other destinations as needed
• Able to see, talk and hear in person, via phone and / or through online / video
• Able to use hands and fingers in a manner that allows for use of a keyboard and phone.
• Able to lift & carry items up to 15 lbs

Please note : We do not sponsor work visas.