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Estimator (Construction)

Atlanta, Georgia•Full-time
$90,000 - $140,000 annually
About the Job
Estimator for large Commercial and Industrial Construction need A.S.A.P
(NO RESIDENTIAL PLEASE).

We are looking for a diligent experienced Estimator to prepare accurate estimates for projects by gathering information and analyzing important metrics.

THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE POSITION!

Job Details:
  • You will provide knowledge of costs and benefits that support profitable business decisions.
  • The goal is to provide detailed reports so the company can make informed decisions that will enhance its profitability and growth.
  • The ideal candidate will have excellent numerical skills, an analytical mindset, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills so that accurate and detailed estimates can be created.
  • The estimator is responsible for the timely submission of project proposals to clients and vendors.
  • The estimator is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of estimates for project proposals.
  • As a candidate, you must also be thorough and apt in managing relationships with key persons, existing clients, and vendors, as well as developing relationships with new clients and vendors.
  • This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this position.

PRIMARY DUTIES:
  • Review potential projects and qualify such projects based on our company’s needs.
  • Analyze plans, bills of quantities, project specs, and all other pertaining project documentation to provide a detailed estimate of project cost.
  • Ability to recognize access needs and conduct site visits prior to submission of proposal.
  • Upon award of the project create detailed project budgets for turnover to operations.
  • Prepare reports detailing all the costs going into a project, input costs into software, and present cost estimates to upper management for final review.
  • Ability to perform well in high-pressure situations.
  • Meet proposal date deadlines.
  • Communicate with project stakeholders throughout the bidding phase.
  • Provide detailed and accurate equipment, labor, and material take-offs for each project.
  • Prepare a preliminary project schedule based on the information in the Contract Documents and from the detailed estimate.
  • Coordinate with the client to ensure the team is aware of any schedule constraints or expectations for the project.
  • Provide operations team members with all schedules and special construction considerations.
  • Effectively communicate with team members.
  • Adhere to Flex-Erect policies, procedures, safety requirements, and all standards of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
  • Attend weekly Management meetings.
  • Conduct project turnover meetings on awarded projects.
  • Create and maintain client and vendor relationships.

REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT, MINIMUM EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS:
  • The perfect candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of Estimator experience with commercial and Industrial vertical/horizontal/ Retail Build outs and Remodel projects.
  • A minimum of 2 years of structural steel erection estimation experience with the ability to learn additional tasks and take on additional work.
  • A Degree in either Construction Management, Engineering, or other Construction-related skill sets. IE. Project management or Estimating.
  • Field Operations experience is strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 suite of software.
  • Able to work independently as well as a team player.