Estimator

Commercial estimators are responsible for preparing cost estimates for project materials and construction, as well as bidding. Key duties and responsibilities include but aren’t limited to:

• Estimating the characteristics of materials and entire projects.
• Analyze blueprints and other documents to prepare material labor and cost estimates.
• Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors and subcontractors.
• Estimate sizes, distances, resources, and quantities to perform a work activity.
• Consult with clients, vendors, and contractors to formulate estimates and solve issues.
• Confer with architects, contractors, owners, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
• Work with drafters, supervisors, managers and other departments to formulate accurate bids.
• Communicate with customers, public, government, and other external sources in person, writing, and telephone.
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting methods and procedures.
• Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documents at regular intervals for the duration of a project.
• Abide by DCD estimating SOP’s.
• Other duties as assigned.