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Experienced Estimator Position
Essential Job Requirements
The Estimator assumes responsibility for comprehensive project cost estimation, project scheduling, and strategic planning. Collaborating closely with clients, architects/engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers, the Estimator strategizes cost components for diverse projects. This role involves meticulous analysis of construction documents, specifications, proposals, and other relevant documentation to formulate precise time, cost, and labor estimates for projects. Key duties include:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Essential Job Requirements
The Estimator assumes responsibility for comprehensive project cost estimation, project scheduling, and strategic planning. Collaborating closely with clients, architects/engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers, the Estimator strategizes cost components for diverse projects. This role involves meticulous analysis of construction documents, specifications, proposals, and other relevant documentation to formulate precise time, cost, and labor estimates for projects. Key duties include:
- Generating detailed cost estimates through thorough examination of plans and specifications, as well as conducting quantity take-offs for designated projects.
- Demonstrating comprehension of contractual terms and conditions.
- Formulating and presenting conceptual estimates using design documents and on-screen take-off and estimating software.
- Cultivating interest among subcontractors/vendors when required and overseeing the Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
- Assessing subcontractors and vendors to ensure qualification.
- Compiling project budgets and constructing critical path job schedules.
- Ensuring provision of accurate documentation to site personnel.
- Exemplifying strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Bachelor of Science in Civil or Construction Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
- 5 years' experience in Estimating within Heavy Civil Construction.
- Essential experience in Municipal, County, and DOT Roadway Construction.
- Additional experience in Underground Utility Construction (storm, sewer, water) is advantageous.
- Site Development experience, particularly in mass grading, earthworks, and site works, is a plus.
- Proficiency in computer applications including construction software, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Proficient in mathematics and possess strong analytical skills.
- Familiarity with estimating software.
- Ability to create detailed budgets and materials lists with costs.
- Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and navigating plans and specifications.
- Competency in utilizing various office machines and blueprint printers.
- Maintain professionalism under pressure to meet aggressive deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Highly organized with the capability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Uphold confidentiality.
- Able to work in field locations, requiring extensive walking and exposure to various weather conditions.
- Physically capable of lifting 20-25 lbs. regularly.
- Comfortable working in both office and field environments amidst a fast-paced setting.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Salary : $80,000 - $100,000
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