Estimator construction customer service

At Bothman, we're committed to bringing passion and superior customer focus to all our innovative construction projects. In fact, our core principle is Quality People and Quality Projects TM. These are a few of the projects that define what we do best: PayPal Stadium (home to the San Jose Earthquakes), the Mountain Winery in Saratoga, San Jose State University Event Center, Cupertino City Center Park, the Haunted House at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and the Guadalupe River Park, to name a few. If a career at Bothman Construction sounds interesting to you, please read on!
We are seeking an experienced Estimator to support the company's established revenue goals by leading cost estimate efforts during the selling phase for the various construction activities the company performs.
Perform a complete review of contract documents for designated project estimates.
Set up spreadsheet template for designated projects.
Develop and execute project specific bid strategy.
Develop trade list and subcontractor solicitation list.
Perform and/or delegate quantity take-offs on various selected trade work (private and public works projects).
Solicit material and subcontractor pricing.
Determine equipment needs and solicit pricing.
Calculate labor estimates and determine applicable in-house trade labor rates.
Analyze material, equipment, and subcontractor quotes prior to bid.
Hold in-house pre-bid meetings prior to large public bids and delegate bid day duties.
Follow up with subcontractors regarding results as necessary.
Prepare and send bid proposals for various private projects.
Attend and help coordinate in-house pre-construction meetings with project management, production, and appropriate estimating staff.
Assist with initial project set-up with the project manager; interact with project management throughout the life of projects pertaining to specific task calculation and unforeseen project developments.
Attend owner pre-bid meetings, post-construction meetings, seminars, and training programs.
Assist with updating material and subcontractor sources.
Develop and maintain effective communications with all customers and manufacturer-suppliers.
Minimum eight years of experience as an Estimator in hard bid cost estimating, pre-construction budgeting, constructability analysis, and value engineering.
Civil trades background, including earthwork, underground utility, various pavements, site concrete, and structural concrete.
Strong plan comprehension & analysis skills.
History of successful project procurement in both public and private works
Computer literate in Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Outlook, and Bluebeam.
We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401K, and a competitive salary. Bothman provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. Bothman complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.
Bothman Construction is a full-service, family-owned construction and general engineering company with offices in California and Hawaii. Founded in1978, we are a recognized industry leader offering a full complement of pre- construction and construction services for public, commercial, industrial, and privately owned projects. Our expertise covers a wide range of construction and general engineering specialties, including: Sports & Recreational Facilities, Educational Facilities, Site Development & Heavy Engineering, Structural & Architectural Concrete, Solar & Renewable Energy, Stormwater Management, and RABcrete TM Pervious Concrete. We believe in providing exceptional value and service to all of our clients and believe that dedication and hard work is the key to unlocking our continued growth and success.
Our headquarters are located in Santa Clara, California.

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