Summary

The Construction Estimator is responsible for managing a wide range of functions necessary to successfully obtain, bid and price construction projects. They are responsible for ensuring an accurate scope of work is created, delivering a consistent and complete estimate, and maintaining a high quality of service in all dealings with customers, clients, and resource providers involved in construction services.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

1. Customer Satisfaction

a. Establish customer relationship for construction services.

b. Educate customer on the construction process.

c. Work with customers to understand desired upgrades/changes.

d. Ensure that estimates meet client requirements.

2. Project Initiation

a. Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project.

b. Create an accurate sketch and initial scope of work for construction projects.

c. Deliver a consistent and well-defined initial estimate.

d. Recognize project constraints and/or needed upgrades.

e. Work with Construction Manager to price bid items, if needed.

3. Project Planning

a. Identify and document finalized project scope of work.

b. Work with outside resources as necessary to complete accurate estimate (ie Structural Engineers, ITEL, Electrical Inspectors, etc.).

c. Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates.

d. Deliver and Communicate estimate to Construction Manager.

Necessary Experience and Skill Set

· 2 years previous construction estimating and/or insurance adjusting experience

· Superb customer service track record

Effective written and oral communication
Strong math skills
Proficient use of Xactimate™ estimating software preferred
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Team Player
Must have a good driving record

Formal Education/Training

Associates degree or equivalent work experience

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

Walking and/or standing throughout the day. Frequent driving and sitting. Occasionally climbing ladders. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme conditions such as heat. The noise level at individual jobsites can be loud.

Normal Working Hours, Additional Working Hours, and Travel Requirements

This is a full-time position, working 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week. This position may require long hours, working on-call, and weekend work. Travel is required and is primarily local.

The contents of this Job Description have been discussed with me and I have received a copy. I understand that this document is general in nature and responsibilities required may be amended from time to time. The signing of this Job Description acknowledges an understanding of the responsibilities of this position. Any item not understood should be clarified before signing to ensure that I understand what is expected.

Employee Date

Supervisor/Manager Date

Compensation: $30.00 - $37.00 per hour

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