Estimating Assistant

General Summary Under general supervision, this position is responsible for coordinating contract documents from original estimate to job startup using standardized methods related to purchasing, processing, understanding, and recording of information to ensure Granite is a responsive bidder. Essential Job Accountabilities Provide support to estimating staff with bid preparation and job startup by utilizing thorough knowledge of terminology, procedures and practices to ensure needs are met. Coordinate all MBE/WBE/DBE/UDBE to ensure diverse representation of subcontractors on all bid submittals. Provide maintenance of bid list and bid packets to ensure timely and accurate bid submission. Establish processing and documentation to ensure good faith efforts and project advertising requirements are met. Process bid documents from agencies/owners for the business unit to ensure accurate bid submissions. Assemble bid packets, track documents, type correspondence to ensure all necessary documentation and communication is accurate and timely. Perform a variety of administrative and office support functions to ensure the daily operations of the department run efficiently. Education Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or equivalent work experience. Work Experience 2-5 years in the construction industry with a basic understanding of the bidding process and public agency requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Notary Public Preferred. Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities. Excellent organizational skills. JD Edwards experience a plus. High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks under tight deadlines. Ability to operate with all levels of staff. Excellent interpersonal, phone and grammar skills. Willingness to take on additional tasks. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to outside working conditions. At times will be working around large construction equipment, must be safety conscience. Additional Requirements / Skills Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment. Team player. Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis. Valid driver’s license and ability to drive. Occasional overtime required. Benefits at a Glance Paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, and special programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness. Choice between two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross; 100% of the premium paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options. 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred into 401(k) plans, vesting immediately. Equal Opportunity Employer Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Granite Construction