Estimator (Columbia)

Job Description

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

Sciens Building Solutions seeks an Estimator with the ideal candidate being a driven individual who will play a key role in Sciens’ growth by developing and maintaining customer relationships, bidding projects accurately and on time, while developing comprehensive electrical estimates for multi-family, commercial, and federal projects.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (and doing well!)

• Manage the estimating lifecycle from beginning to end, including timelines, deadlines, and estimating packages.
• Work within an estimating team on individual or team-based projects.
• Coordinate total estimating efforts relevant to particular bid or project.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships.
• Meet Company budget volume and gross margin targets.
• Provide complete conceptual and final estimating input on complex projects.
• Review proposal specifications, drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required content of project estimates. Perform necessary research to produce accurate, complete, and competitive pricing.
• Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work using estimating software.
• Reviewing all project requirements and specifications when preparing estimates and proposals.
• Determine any risks related to the estimate and include in project proposals.
• Ensure that estimates and proposals are complete, well-organized, and ready for review before the given deadline.
• Prepare project proposals and participate in pre-bid review process where necessary.
• Maintain files of working documents as back-ups. Coordinate with the field operations team on successful bids to provide a thorough transition to the project team.
• Partner with our operations teams to properly transfer awarded projects.
• Communicate with customers to properly define the project scope, address deficiencies, and negotiate pricing.

WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU

• Two to five years of experience as an Estimator in the construction industry.
• Strong technical understanding of materials and methods used in the installation of construction projects.
• Customer-focused, skilled in estimating and people management.
• Ability to manage project bidding in an efficient and cost-effective manner, with a strong focus on quality.
• Able to read blueprints, technical drawings, and diagrams; and follow specifications.
• Able to work independently.
• Reliable and punctual with a positive attitude.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating software (Conest IntelliBid preferred).
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• Able to pass background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Valid driver’s license & reliable transportation.

WHAT WE'RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle allowance.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Compensation: $28.00 to $38.65 per hour based on experience