Estimator
JOB TITLE: Estimator
REPORTS TO: General Manager
DIRECT REPORTS: No
TRAVEL: No
FLSA: Non-Exempt
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY
The Estimator is responsible for compiling estimates of how much it will cost to provide a client with products and/or services.
CORE AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
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Understand the project or program scope and its requirements
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Determine key variables for costs and other estimates
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Research information on upcoming jobs for bidding purposes
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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General knowledge of landscape construction operations
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Excellent numerical skills and an analytical mindset
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Effective listening skills to understand the scope and expectations of tasks to be performed
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A positive attitude when faced with challenges
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Work in an organized and proactive manner
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Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
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Work cooperatively and collaboratively both, independently and as part of a team (team oriented)
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Effective and professional communication skills; verbal and written
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Detail oriented, able to multi-task and flexible
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Valid California Driver’s License
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
At least a High School Diploma or GED required and a minimum of 3 years’ experience estimating in the construction industry and/or a related field.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Regularly required to talk and listen
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Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach, and use hands, arms and fingers
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Able to lift and/or move up to 40lbs.
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Routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machine
CORE AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
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Understand the project or program scope and its requirements
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Conduct hand-offs
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Update award status
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Manage non-awarded jobs
- Determine key variables for costs and other estimates
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Key variables needed for:
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Pre-bid meetings
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Bid bond for prime bids
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Work in Progress (WIP) for project backlog
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Gather first-hand information from sites, warehouses or other venues
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Coordinate the bid calendar
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Research information on upcoming jobs for bidding purposes
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Search exchange for jobs