Estimator II

General Responsibilities: Responsible for receiving and processing requests for estimating services received from the Directorate of Public Works as well as FSI Management and Field Supervisors/Leads per specified time frames.

• Prepares and estimates man-hour and material requirements for the performance of Individual Job Order (IJO) tasks and other maintenance/repair activities as required. This includes work mainly involving HVAC, and Plumbing, and be familiar with all other Construction Phases such as Electrical, Carpentry, and

Equipment Operations. (Work may require participation of single or multiple crafts and/or subcontractors).

• Prepares detailed job packages that state the nature, scope, sequence, and priority of the work to be performed. Estimate labor man-hour, material, equipment and subcontract requirements of individual tasks based on work standards.  Estimates will be performed using FSI Estimating System with RS Means pricing databases.
• Visit the job site and clarify work details, as well as verify the scope of work with the POC listed on the 4283 Work Request. Also responsible for coordinating and discussing job details with the shop supervisor/lead to establish job requirements.
• Upon receipt of Notice to Proceed (NTP), will prepare IJO Bill of Material (BOM) and process material request forms.
• Supports negotiation of IJO Task Orders with client.
• Promotes quality and customer service.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Experience:

• Four years experience estimating for maintenance activities or the equivalent experience in one or more Construction trades. Relevant administrative experience, education or training may be substituted on a year for year basis.
• Two years experience preparing detailed job orders including recommended methods and establishing time and material values for construction maintenance and repair.
• Experience developing and estimating facilities and preventative maintenance program requirements is highly desirable.
• Minimum 1-year computer experience utilizing Windows based system and software including but not limited to Microsoft Excel and Word required.
• Experience working with R.S. Means or comparable estimating system highly desirable.
• Strong verbal, written, and customer service skills required to deal with multiple customers/end users, subcontractors, trades and direct client (DPW).