HL Contractors, Inc. is looking to add a highly motivated Project Estimator to our growing company. We are a commercial General Contractor, and also one of the most respected and widely used performance-based interior contractors on a national level serving the retail, food service, and interior contracting markets.
Position Summary : The Project Estimator is responsible for gathering, calculating, and compiling data to produce construction cost estimates for bid proposals. The successful candidate will be able to work within a team environment to produce accurate competitive estimates in a timely manner.
Core Responsibilities :
- Perform volumetric, linear, area quantity verifications from various sources such as digital and printed plans.
- Reading and understanding plans and specifications
- Collect pricing from vendors and subcontractors
- Assist in preparing accurate bid proposals
- Assist clients with preliminary budgeting
- Build and maintain relationships with clients
- Calculate various statistical data – quantity take-off
- Maintain files of working documents
- Perform additional assignments per supervisor direction
Core Competencies :
Organization : Utilizes strong organizational skills. Maintains productive and efficient bid process.
Communication : Displays strong written and oral communication skills, and employs effective listening skills.
Has strong computer skills and ability to work effectively with Microsoft Office.
Problem Solving : Analyzes problems and makes sound decisions in a timely manner, based on objectives, risk implications, and costs.
Interpersonal skills : Tactful and mature demeanor with well-developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to work well with diverse personalities.
Education and Experience :
BS Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent Construction Management experience.Minimum 5 years' successful experience as a commercial construction Project Estimator.Understanding of building systems, materials, design, construction, and related management strategies.Ability to expedite complex projects and complete multiple assignments within time constraints.Proven ability to manage personnel.Strong computer skills and ability to work effectively with Microsoft Office and learn new software programs. Experience with BLUEBEAM, On-Screen Takeoff, QuickBid, and Timberline is a plus.Ability to conduct material takeoffs and produce bills of quantities.Ability to establish priorities and follow up with projects, paying close attention to detail with minimal supervision.Ability to clearly understand and interpret project drawings and specifications.Professional level writing skills appropriate for correspondence, reports, and responses to various clients, contractors, and other agencies.Drug-free.Personal Profile :
A self-starting, highly motivated, and goal-oriented individual.Acute attention to detail with emphasis placed on quality.Extremely organized and systematic approach to tasks to achieve accuracy and efficiency.Well-developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage diverse personalities.Professionally and technically competent.Quick, sharp, confident, assertive, ethical, and ambitious.Analytical with the ability to examine issues from multiple viewpoints.Friendly and outgoing in social environments.Team player, works easily with others.Valid driver's license.Benefits :
401(k) matchingBonus based on performanceCompetitive salaryDental insuranceHealth insuranceOpportunity for advancementVision insuranceJ-18808-Ljbffr