Estimator - Energy SouthKwest Group • Charlotte, NC, US

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Estimator - Energy South

Kwest Group • Charlotte, NC, US

23 hours ago

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Full-time

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Job Description Overview

Kwest Estimator Position Description

Position : Estimator

Report to : Director of Preconstruction

The Senior Estimator will act as a leader, mentor, and coach within the estimating team for all markets under his / her charge, which includes project engineers, project coordinators, and interns. The Senior Estimator will work with the director of preconstruction and Kwest Group's executive and senior leadership to establish KPIs that are in alignment with the overall company goals for the betterment of the organization.

Responsibilities

Continue development of existing markets where Kwest Group has in-roads but are not generating enough margin to sustain as stand-alone business units. Markets include but are not limited to :

Energy

Airfield

Federal / Public

Additional market sector support as currently unknown opportunities develop

Mentor and develop assigned team members to elevate the skills required to service Kwest Group's client base

Provide guidance and detailed oversight of estimating in assigned market sectors.

Develop the professional maturity of those working around you.

Work with management on the most pressing skill sets to grow and enhance from a management and field perspective.

Improve and create a positive environment where a "can-do" attitude is a dominant feature.

Work with director of preconstruction and other estimators to help prioritize training of the team to better service the above-mentioned markets.

Work with human resources department to maintain and grow relationships with local universities to further develop and grow Kwest's internship program for the office.

The desired outcome is at least one construction management or civil engineering intern per semester to provide a stream of talent to backfill support roles as they are promoted.

Responsible for developing client relationships and the submission of proposals in assigned sectors through functional involvement and guidance of the estimating team and key support in the following areas :

Market development / strategic planning

Estimating

Proposal development

Indirect project overhead (office staffing as assigned)

The Senior Estimator Shall Also Be Responsible For The Preparation Or Oversight Of The Following, Either Directly Or Indirectly, Depending On Staffing Levels :

Assist in the identification of and marketing to target clients in conjunction with the director of corporate development, director of preconstruction and vice president.

Conduct business development activities as needed to ensure maximization of opportunities in all markets.

Routinely work with the director of corporate development to develop methods to improve existing client relations.

Pursue bid opportunities with new or existing clients in market sectors consistent with Kwest Group's experience and business plan.

Ensure immediate response and support to client needs in person or via detailed communication as needed.

Lead your assigned support team with bid preparation and review for assigned markets.

Represent Kwest Group at pre-bid meetings, which may include travel on short notice.

Lead or assist in bid preparation.

Review and understand all plans, specifications, addenda, and other bid documents.

Procure subcontract and material quotes.

Solicit equipment availability and pricing information from the equipment department for all bids.

Fully develop and complete a professional bid proposal in accordance with client requirements.

Conduct initial bid review with director of preconstruction or fellow Senior Estimator 48 hours prior to bid time.

Utilize existing historical data and evaluate applicability for each project before applying to an estimate.

Authority

To manage the day-to-day operations and to make decisions as necessary to develop a successful and profitable business.

To estimate, assemble, and submit proposals to clients after reviewing with and gaining the approval of either the director of preconstruction, vice president or president.

To assist in the review and issuance of purchase orders and subcontract agreements.

To act as the company representative to the owner, subcontractors, suppliers, and industry representatives during the estimating process and in support of the project management as requested.

To maintain compliance with all corporate policies as they relate to all operations.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

Frequently required to sit; talk or hear; and use hands to handle, or touch objects or controls.

Regularly required to stand and walk.

Travel from site to site will be required.

Work environment will normally be an active construction site.

Must be physically able to perform repetitive motion and heavy lifting.

Must wear all employer-mandated personal protective equipment.

About Kwest Group

At Kwest Group, we are driven by a clear mission : to lead the civil construction industry through an unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.

Core Values

Our core values—Safety, Quality, and Customer Service—are the pillars that support everything we do.

EEO

Kwest Group maintains a non-discrimination policy for all team members and applicants in every facet of the company's operations.

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