Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

B & A STRUCTURAL STEEL, LLC is seeking a Structural Steel Estimator

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: STRUCTURAL STEEL ESTIMATOR

S UMMARY: Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate estimates for projects by gathering information and analyzing important metrics as well as analyzing the cost and benefits that support profitable business decisions. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field preferred

Experience:

• 3+ years’ experience in construction estimating
• Experience reading architectural plans and developing cost estimates
• Exhibits understanding of residential construction processes
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel
• Able to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
• Impeccable problem-solving skills

  MINIMUM COMPETENCIES:

• Work independently, with minimal supervision in order to accomplish all responsibilities and do so without injury to oneself or others.
• Work as part of a team and promote harmonious relationships. 
• Understand and follow appropriate chain of command. 
• Practice good judgment at all times and know whether to take action or ask for direction when answers to a problem are not readily apparent in unclear circumstances. 
• Analyze information, problems, situations, practices, or procedures in order to define the problem or objective. 
• Make appropriate job decisions by following standard procedures and thinking through the consequences prior to making it. 
• Prioritize assignments in order to complete work in a timely and efficient manner. 
• Speak clearly in sentences in standard English on a one-to-one basis using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain and explain information. 
• Read and comprehend documents written in English text.
• Write in English text to communicate information in a clear and legible manner.
• Maintain equanimity in the face of resistance
• Handle multiple issues while maintaining a calm and pleasant disposition.
• Listen perceptively and convey awareness. 
• Establish rapport and gain trust. 
• Perform effectively with frequent interruptions and/or distractions, workload changes and fluctuations.
• Able to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
• Impeccable problem-solving and mathematical skills
• Regular and punctual attendance is essential to this position. 
• Available to work evenings, holidays, and/or weekends.

  RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and evaluate cost estimates
• Communicate with trade partners and team members regarding new and current projects
• Prepare estimates and purchase orders in detail for all products
• Ensure timely completion of estimates
• Understand scope of work to bid
• Manage bid pricing from all vendors
• Prepare cost analysis
• Establish and maintain working relationships with vendors and subcontractors