Estimator
408 E. Mountain Street Kernersville, NC . US
Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a knack for accurately assessing project costs? We're assisting our client in their search to add a skilled Estimator to their team. This is a permanent, Direct-Hire opportunity that offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The Estimator would be responsible for organizing, tracking, and distributing all preconstruction related information such as drawings, specifications, schedules, addenda, clarifications, etc. Ideal candidates for this role should have proven experience as an Estimator with a solid track record of successful cost estimation for projects of varying sizes and complexities. Candidates should also have an understanding of construction methodologies, materials, and building systems. If you're interested in using your skillset to contribute to the success of a thriving company, apply today!
Responsibilities:
- Work with the Business Development lead, Preconstruction Manager, Project Manager and/or Superintendent to develop a preconstruction plan, estimate and schedule
- Organize, track and distribute all preconstruction related information such as drawings, specifications, schedules, addenda, clarifications, etc
- Effectively plan for safety activities that will be required during construction
- Work with the Preconstruction Manager, Project Manager and/or Superintendent to review subcontractor scope and sequencing to ensure accurate proposals are obtained
- Ensure adequate subcontractor pricing coverage is obtained on all projects by developing and maintaining relationships within the subcontractor community
- Review drawings and specifications to confirm the proper scope of work is priced
- Coordinate preconstruction site visits as required to provide accurate pricing
- Provide accurate material take-offs and unit pricing for all projects
- Provide detailed, accurate and organized estimate packages to the Project Manager and Superintendent when projects have been awarded
- Communicate effectively with the Designers, Tenants, Owners and Fourth Elm team
- Effective timely resolution of conflicts and disputes to minimize delays and claims
Qualifications:
- 2-year technical degree or equivalent combination of education/experience required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Sage 100 experience preferred
- BlueBeam experience preferred
Submit your resume online, or send directly to at sdeichmann@theresource.com to be considered for this position. For more information, please call our office at 336-970-5257
While we appreciate all inquiries, only qualified candidates will be contacted for further information
Meet Your Recruiter
Sharon Deichmann
Sharon has always enjoyed working with people, and as a Direct Hire Recruiter and Executive Placement Specialist, she gets to do that every day.
Sharon loves helping someone find their dream job and making it happen for them. It's very rewarding when she can help someone struggling in their current role to find a new one that fits them better. Sharon gets excited by the challenge of finding candidates who have all the skills and experience needed for a position and the right personality for the company culture.
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What's something people would be surprised to know about you: "I hold the rank of Second-Degree Black Belt in American Freestyle Karate"
