Commercial Estimator
Commercial Estimator
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$ 60 - 80
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Dedicated team is seeking an experienced Commercial Estimator!
WHAT WE DO
We are men and women who believe it requires investment to be great. Were dedicated to our craft because we know the quality of our effort is seen in the concrete product we create whether others will see it or not. Although many will never see what is below their flooring we take great pride in providing the highest quality concrete foundation that not only looks great but will withstand the test of time.
Our team always has topoftheline equipment and software to ensure a smooth process. We have been serving Colorado Springs builders general contractors and homeowners for 27 years and are looking forward to many more.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The estimator will work closely with the commercial division manager in preparing evaluating and submitting concrete proposals for construction projects. This position will frequently be in communication with clients vendors and other estimating team members and plays a key role in the procurement of work and growing the business.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Retrieving electronic bidding documents for commercial estimates.
Becoming familiar with all aspects of the job plans and specifications; fully understand the scope of work.
Quantifying concrete and rebar material takeoffs for the scope of work.
Manipulating and shaping the unit pricing according to the scope of work requirements.
Analyzing subcontractor and vendor bids if required and incorporate those proposals into the estimate accordingly.
Adjusting the total estimate according to template unit prices based on analysis of material labor equip other indirect overhead and profit.
Writing shaping and communicating the project clarifications inclusions and exclusions.
Communicating and working with clients for each bid to obtain all details for accurate estimating.
Reviewing cost history on completed projects and applying appropriate prices and labor factors to materials equipment formwork etc.
Preparing initial job notes for new projects for Project Management and the Field (Estimate proposal scope requirements bid assumptions schedules vendor quotes specifications correspondence promises made etc..
Participating in transition of job from estimating to project management (including planning buyouts scope etc..
Maintaining and updating a bid tracking lead tracking and bid closing spreadsheet.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO OUR ORGANIZATION
REQUIRED:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in commercial construction estimating preferably in concrete.
Working knowledge of construction estimating software programs.
Proficiency in understanding reading and interpreting plans/project drawings and specifications.
Proficiency using Microsoft Outlook Word and Excel.
Ability to work well with deadlines.
PREFERRED:
College degree.
Experience in estimating software programs such as ProEst and ProContractor
Strong mathematical aptitude as it relates to volume type calculations.
Experience communicating with clients and vendors.
Experience in detailed written communication.
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Office environment with a computer and other typical office tools and equipment.
Works in a typical 45hour work week situation but will be expected to work additional hours in busy seasons.
Will be required to occasionally meet with customers at locations of the customers choice.
Will be required to occasionally travel to project sites.
While performing the duties of this job you may be required to reach with hands and arms and required to frequently stand; talk or hear; walk; and use hands to finger handle feel or operate objects tools or controls.
While performing the duties of this job you may occasionally be required to sit; climb or balance; stoop kneel crouch or crawl.
While performing the duties of this job you may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WHAT OUR ORGANIZATION IS PROVIDING
Fulltime work
Total Comp $60k $80k
Health Insurance Life and Accident Insurance plus Voluntary Benefit Options
PTO/Holiday Pay
401K/Profit Sharing
Rusin Concrete provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability genetics veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. In addition to federal law requirements Rusin Concrete complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
Rusin Concrete will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants for failing to disclose wage history in accordance with applicable state law.
Rusin Concrete expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age genetic information disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rusin Concrete employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Employment Type
Full-Time
