Estimator

Job SummaryResponsible for the day-to-day requirements of the Estimating Department for J. Fletcher Creamer & Son Inc. to produce estimates for projects that we typically pursue in addition to projects in areas that we may choose to pursue in the future. Projects being pursued by the department will include the following Lines of Business Underground Utilities water electric gas storm sanitary communications fiber etc. Pipe Rehabilitation trenchless Guide Rail and Sign Structures Renewable Energy windsolarbattery storageetc. and Heavy Civil pile supported foundations large excavations roads bridges site work etc. . The geographic area we are currently pursuing work in includes New Jersey New York Pennsylvania Delaware Maryland and Virginia.Essential FunctionDevelop a schedule to complete each estimate in a timely manner.Responsible to develop a complete estimate for the opportunities that are assigned to youAttend pre-bid meetings and site visits.Review construction plans and gain a thorough understanding of work to be performed.Develop means and methods with site conditions in mind necessary to build theRead project specifications to understand specific requirements for the project.Perform quantity takeoffs as necessary.Instructteach and direct our Estimating Engineers for support help to perform quantity takeoffs and solicit vendors for quotes for all materials and subcontractors needed for the estimate.Descope all sub quotes received to verify conformance to RFQ issued to them and correct as necessary. Develop an estimate for the project that includes a work breakdown structure for all items of work with labor equipment crew productions and associated materials necessary for the completion of the work. Present discuss review the project and your estimate with upper management in a bid review.Close outcomplete the estimate and submit estimate to owner by the required due date.Minimum Qualifications and Required Skills Degree in Civil Engineering or similar preferred. Minimum5 to 15 years ofexperience in field construction operations with a steady growth in responsibility. Ability to read & understand contract drawings and perform quantity takeoffs. Ability to read & understand contract specifications and associated contract documents. Ability to determine means and methods to construct a projects. Ability at develop an estimate for the project that includes a work breakdown structure for all items with labor equipment crew productions and associated materials necessary for the completion of the work. Ability to present discuss review the project and your estimate with upper management. Knowledge of or willing to learn an estimating software package B2W preferredtraining provided. Ability to communicate with the owner during the bid phase as necessary. Knowledge of Bluebeam Agtek andor other estimating takeoff software preferred. Knowledge of Primavera andor other construction scheduling software preferred. Higher level Excel skills are preferred. Microsoft Suite OutlookWordProjectetc..Benefits PackageMedical Dental Vision Life Ins. Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401k with company match Bonus Structure Employee Stock Purchase Plan Education Assistance Training & DevelopmentWe celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employeesIf you require sponsorship now or in the future please discuss with recruiting or hiring team during interview process.Equal Opportunity Employer including disabled and veterans.