• Stay in constant communication with Business Development, Operations, and Project Management to understand current and future work opportunities.
• Prepare a detailed scope of work for each job to be quoted from an on-site project review and gathering all bid documents provided by the customer.
• Provide a detailed estimate for each job including cost of materials, drawing/detailing, labor, equipment, travel expenses, subcontractors, permits, etc.
• Understand job specific material specifications/certifications to facilitate the most accurate material estimate available.
• Review all contract language prior to completing and sending a quote; this includes schedule, subcontractor agreements, payment terms, insurance/bonding requirements, liquidated damages, etc.
• Meet with the project manager and fabrication department after bidding and being awarded a project to review the job scope, bid, hours, materials, etc.
• Coordinate with the fabrication department about material ordering and availability.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to get all necessary materials and services ordered.
• Be an active resource/team member during the project and be readily available to support the job as necessary.
• Actively monitor the schedule and financial performance of the job related to the detailed scope of work and estimate- and raise concerns immediately to the project manager and your manager.
• Make constant adjustments to your estimating strategy based on past performance of jobs and be very aware and informed of new technology and efficiency gains in the fabrication department.
• Be an active participant in post-job review to understand contributing factors to successes/failures of jobs as it pertains to future estimating.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Construction Management and/or 3-5 years of industry experience in a Project Management or Estimating position.
• Estimating experience is required.
• Demonstrated Success in prior roles/projects. Project portfolio/examples preferred.
• Experienced with a PC and Microsoft Office, ability to use CAD or Tekla is a plus. Experience with estimating
  software a plus.
• Good oral and written communication skills required.
• Ability to remain cool under pressure and handle multiple jobs/responsibilities as the same time.