Estimator - MEP

Work hard, have fun! At Cerris Systems, we believe in delivering quality craftsmanship while having fun along the way. Our group of construction companies prides itself on our almost 100-year history, our employee ownership structure, and our competitive pay and benefits. From the moment you start working with us, we’ve got your growth in mind. We believe Cerris isn’t just a great place to start your career – it’s a great place to watch it advance for years to come.


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Nature of Work

Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for construction projects. Routinely interact with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors in preparation of bids. Is generally under the supervision of an upper-level estimator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with review of proposal selections / drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Perform quantity take offs per plans and specifications.
• Review and understand plans and specifications for each project assigned.
• Provide detailed scope of all work included in the proposals
• Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness.
• Carry out estimating project approach. Implement quality control measures to ensure accuracy and completeness of estimates.
• Solicit subcontractor and supplier bids and interface with their representatives in order to receive responsive bids.
• Scope and tabulate subcontractor and supplier bids for conformance with bid documents to aid in determining the value of the work.
• Participate in compiling technical responses and qualifications for RFP’s and RFQ’s.
• Utilize estimating software and conform to established policies and procedures.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, bid strategy and presentation meetings as requested.
• Interface with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment of the cost estimates.
• Assist with prospects/clients contact to obtain bids and confirm pricing.
• Assist in updating estimating software programs.
• Conducts actions in a professional and unbiased manner.
• Complies with all company and site policies and best practice standards.
• Continuously develops proficiency and understanding in the role.
• Maintains a professional appearance and workspace.
• Participates in and complies with all company safety and quality programs and procedures.
• Promote the company safety culture and safety awareness throughout the company, projects, or office.
• Utilizes relevant company technology to support all assigned responsibilities.
• Exercise initiative or, as directed, perform additional duties to meet the needs of the organization.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• Ability to deliver quality through attention to detail
• General knowledge of mechanical systems and codes
• Knowledge of estimating and CRM software
• Organizational skills
• Listening skills
• Ability to adapt to change
• Ability to be proactive and resourceful
• Ability to follow-up on inquiries in a timely manner
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally
• Communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to understand and implement best practice standards
• Knowledge of organizational structure and available resources
• Ability to quickly and effectively solve complex problems

Education

• Bachelor's degree from 4-year college/university or equivalent experience

Experience

• 2+ years or more of related work experience preferred
• Other technical experience such as military, on the job training programs, etc. may meet this requirement as determined by local management

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
• May require periods of overnight travel
• Normal office environment
• Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing and Typing on Computer Screen
• Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder

Cerris and its subsidiary companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer-EEO/AA/M/F/D/V/VEVRAA

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