COMMERCIAL ESTIMATOR CONSTRUCTION

Estimating And Quantity Take-Off Specialist

The ideal candidate will have significant estimating and quantity take-off experience for site work, paving, concrete, and underground utilities related to institutional, commercial, and industrial construction projects. Prior experience with civil construction subcontractors, significant individual-performance, and AGTEK estimating software proficiency is strongly preferred.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Understand and Analyze detailed bid specifications, schematics, and drawings
• Prepare accurate estimates/packages for projects
• Assist Operations with scheduling, job layout, and change order preparation
• Track progress of multiple bids and bid results
• Oversee and manage change orders during project progression
• Oversee and manage project closeouts at completion
• Deliver accurate and timely estimates/bid proposals to clients
• Maintain positive relations with clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Communicate effectively with other departments and team members
• Some local travel to review bids and inspect current conditions at job sites

Requirements:

• Five to seven years' experience in construction within an individual-performance environment
• Some college-level construction management study preferred
• Proficient knowledge of earthwork, underground utilities, concrete, and asphalt
• Experience with estimating and design software (B2W, AGTEK, AutoCad, PlanSwift)
• General knowledge of construction equipment applications
• Create and maintain relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors, and vendors
• Must possess strong verbal, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Work with peers in a team environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of geotechnical skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and strong computer skills
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus
• Valid Driver's License

All work is local. Our Office is Fragrance-Free.

We offer competitive pay commensurate with experience, and a full benefits package. Bonness Inc. is a Drug-Free and Equal Opportunity Employer. This organization participates in E-Verify.

Bonness Inc. is a family owned and operated contractor serving our community since 1981. Our mission is to fully serve Southwest Florida's paving and sitework needs with honesty and integrity by providing a quality product, outstanding customer service, value and initiative.