Demolition Estimator

Description

Job Description: Total Wrecking is looking to hire a junior estimator with room to grow within the company over time. In this role you will be working directly under and with the senior estimator and project management department.

Responsibilities:

· Working with business development and project manager on projects to bid.

· Assist in the prequalification and procurement process.

· Perform all aspects of estimating including selection of proper equipment, staffing/resource need, establishing production rates, and obtaining vendor and subcontractor quotations.

· Attend pre-bid meetings to familiarize yourself with the job site conditions as necessary.

· Review and evaluate project specifications to determine proper materials, applications and scope of work.

· Complete quantity takeoffs and summations of materials.

· Initiate appropriate correspondence with the customers, clarify vague or unclear statements or specifications, prior to finalizing takeoff.

· Prepare and submit proposals for assigned projects.

· Review all bids with upper management prior to submission.

· Working knowledge of commercial and industrial construction

· Read plans, specs, contracts, etc.

· Quantify takeoffs and unit price labor and materials according to plans/specs

· Generate quotes from subcontractors / suppliers

· Willingness and adaptability to work on a vast variety of projects in both industry and size

· Ability to write a workplan with our project management department

· Ability to work on multiple bids at a time

· Ability to generate a technical presentation for clients while working hand in hand with the business development director

· Ability to travel when and where necessary for project site visits

Requirements

Qualifications:

· Basic computer skills required – Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Projects, Adobe

· Familiar with BlueBeam or the ability to learn new software quickly

· Able to respond quickly and calmly under pressure

· Deadline and detail oriented

· Strong leadership skills

· Self-motivated and organized

· Excellent communication skills

· Excellent written, oral, verbal, public speaking and presentation skills

Benefits:

· Travel

· Competitive pay

· Simple IRA

· Leadership training and growth opportunities

· Medical, vision and dental insurance plans

· Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays