Estimator

Midwest Sprinkler, a division of S.A. Comunale, is seeking an Estimator. The Estimator will be responsible for estimating contract work, projecting and controlling project costs, tracking and analyzing all project costs. The individual will be responsible for representing the company. This position will work closely with Project Managers, Designers, and general contractors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Complete the estimate take-off, within time deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attend pre-bid or team meetings and understand the complete scope of work required.
• Accurately define project requirements.
• Obtain quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Responsible for collection and distribution of all bid documents.
• Prepare project estimates by studying blueprints, specifications, scope of work, schedule, and any other materials requested by the customer, taking into account possible unforeseen events and inclement weather.
• Work with VP of Sprinkler Operations to develop estimating spreadsheets and instruct Project Managers in the use of the spreadsheets as needed.
• Ensure smooth and timely project turnover from Estimating to Project Management.
• Resolve cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Prepare reports as needed and distribute them to necessary personnel.
• Ensure all cost estimates submitted are as accurate as possible.
• Assist in determining resources for projects based on cost estimates and budgetary constraints in alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of assigned projects so that they are completed on time and on budget.
• Work with clients to brainstorm creative solutions to their problems and to ensure their needs are met through our customized solutions
• Provide liaison support to CEO / President, VP of Sprinkler Operations, Project Managers, and external client interface support.
• Assist field operations with an estimate after bid award.
• Read and analyze job cost reports taking appropriate action as needed.
• Respond to inquiries from the senior management team in a timely manner.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of employees, government agencies, customers, vendors and suppliers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and / or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to commute to customer and company locations by land and air.