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Northern California construction company is currently seeking a full time PROJECT ESTIMATOR to join our team. We are a general engineering company, specializing in asphalt paving, excavating and concrete.
Responsibilities:
Read, interpret and analyze bid documents, blueprints, construction specifications and related materials
Prepare estimates by identifying and computing costs based on labor, equipment, material and time requirements
Prepare bid packages, bid documents and their key components including items such as bonding, insurance indemnification and damage clauses
Review subcontractor bids for cost effectiveness and execute subcontractor agreements
Visit site and record information regarding access, topography, availability of services, possible hazards, etc.
Attend pre-bid and jobsite meetings
Confer with engineers, architects, state agencies, owner, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers on project plans
Ensure that any applicable local union and/or federal/state prevailing wage rate guidelines are considered, monitored, implemented and maintained per project bid requirements
Monitor bid invitations and bid websites for appropriate projects to pursue
Research potential job markets and projects to obtain new work
Develop customer relationships to enhance bid opportunities
Work closely with superintendent and project manager to assemble spec books, communicate needs, coordinate construction efforts and ensure project meets and/or exceeds costs and quality standards
Assess cost effectiveness and track actual costs throughout project duration
Maintain a database of internal project costs to facilitate improved estimating practices and accuracy
Qualifications:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Ability to take initiative
Strong computer skills
Strong math skills
Collaborative skills/Team player
Ability to read plans and interpret specifications
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years’ experience in construction industry
Minimum 2 years’ experience in construction estimating
Knowledge of asphalt paving, excavating and concrete
Bachelor Degree a plus but not required
Valid California Drivers License
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Wages Dependent on Qualifications and Experience.
Vacancy expired!