Job Details
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Company car
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
Summary
The Construction Estimator is responsible for managing a wide range of functions necessary to successfully obtain, bid and price construction projects. They are responsible for ensuring an accurate scope of work is created, delivering a consistent and complete estimate, and maintaining a high quality of service in all dealings with customers, clients, and resource providers involved in construction services.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities
Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project.
Create an accurate sketch and initial scope of work.
Deliver a consistent and well-defined initial estimate.
Work with external resources as necessary to complete accurate estimates (Vendors, ITEL, Insurance etc.)
Recognize project constraints and/or needed upgrades.
Work with Project Manager to price bid items, if needed
Secondary Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned.
Compensation
Pay Type: Salary + commission
Exempt Status: Non-exempt
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Health Insurance
Inova Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays
Required Qualifications Strong analytical and mathematical abilities to accurately assess project costs, perform quantity take-offs, and identify potential risks and cost-saving opportunities.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced construction environment.
Ability to successfully complete a background check subject to applicable law.
Meticulous and thorough in analyzing project requirements, scope, and specifications. A keen eye for detail to ensure accurate and comprehensive estimates.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications 2 years prior experience estimating and/or adjusting experience.
Proficient use of Xactimate estimating software
In-depth knowledge of local and national building codes, regulations, and industry standards. Familiarity with construction materials, methods, and techniques.
Certifications: Xactimate level I/II
Working Hours & Travel
Job Type: Full Time
Standard schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Physical and Work Environment Requirements Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Remaining in a seated position
Clear vision, including the ability to read small print on blueprints and construction documents, and distinguish colors for accurate assessment.
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