Junior Industrial Construction Estimator

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Job description

Stevens offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience. This is a perfect opportunity to join an experienced group of professionals that are committed to providing our customers with quality project results. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Partnering with Lead Estimator, Senior Estimators or Project Managers to learn the following estimating skills: Reading plans and preparing quantity takeoffs, trade bid lists Understanding the job scope process including site logistics, unforeseen and existing conditions, and constructability issues. Understanding costing. Developing and maintaining productive subcontractor relationships. Provide support to Project Manager and Senior Estimators to further develop skills. Reviewing proposal specifications and drawings, attending pre-bid meetings, etc. to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate. Preparing estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work and soliciting pricing from qualified vendors and subcontractors. Preparing and assembling other information to be submitted with the proposal, such as project organization chart, personnel resumes, unit prices, corporate safety information, price breakouts, quantities, schedules and insurance information. Maintaining files of working documents as back-up for the estimate, including current information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc. Supporting other Estimating Unit personnel as required through assistance with computer work, preparation of one or more discipline estimates, etc. Researching, negotiating and preparing purchase orders and subcontract for awarded projects, including obtaining the necessary insurance requirements. Preparing internal job setup documentation, including Award of Contract form, code of accounts, quantity sheet and copy estimate file. Participating in pre-job meeting with project management personnel. Skill Requirements: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are a must. Ability to participate in presentations. Strong organizational skills. Ability to independently organize work assignments and meet critical deadlines. Work hours as required to meet scheduled dates and time frames Understands construction and the different trades. Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, Outlook and become familiar with InEight Estimating software, P6 software and Viewpoint.) Equal Opportunity Employer: Stevens Engineers & Constructors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category. We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace that places Safety First!

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