Job Summary Currently, we are seeking a full-time personable, dedicated, and highly motivated Estimator to join our team in Marietta, GA. This position will be primarily responsible for providing estimates and quotes for a wide variety of clients and jobs. We are looking for a self-starter with strong attention to detail who is eager to do what it takes to be a part of the team and help us grow. Responsibilities
- Provide detailed estimating from specifications and architectural plans.
- Effectively communicate with internal and external partners to insure the accuracy and efficiency of the provided take-offs and estimates.
- Document and maintain detailed records of all bid documents, correspondence and project-specific items.
- Transition all job information to the Project Management team after award.
- Oversee the organization and archiving of past projects with the estimating coordinator.
- Research and learn about current and potential market trends to help educate our estimating and project management teams on new products and cost-saving measures. Qualifications
- 5+ years of construction/estimating experience and/or an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, or related field.
- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive-level external and internal clients.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to identify and manage priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong sense of urgency and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented.
- Ability to multi-task with superb accuracy and work both in a team environment and independently.
- Self-starter who takes initiative to get the job done in a timely and accurate manner.
- Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and customer service skills.
- The innate desire to produce high-quality work and earn respect.
- A desire to be part of a team and contribute to the team.
- Ability to read and understand construction documents.
- Computer savvy and proficient in basic Microsoft Office applications as well as PDF estimating and editing software such as Bluebeam and Adobe Pro DC. ?
- Experience in GDS or comparable estimating software is a plus
Skills
Architectural Services, Communication Skills, Construction Document Set, Construction Engineering, Construction Estimates, Cost Control, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Establish Priorities, Interpersonal Skills, Market Trend Analysis, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Costing, Project Estimates, Project/Program Management, Record Keeping, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills Construction Execs