Stevens Engineers & Constructors has an excellent opportunity for an entry level and highly motivated Junior Estimator to join our Cleveland Operations Team, based out of our Middleburg Hts., Ohio office. This individual will be responsible for assisting the Cleveland Operations Team in the bidding process, including preparation of new estimates. The Junior Estimator will also create, maintain, and distribute all departmental documentation including bid invites and preparing client proposals and will learn to transfer project information in an accurate and complete manner. The job mainly entails helping the Lead Estimators, Senior Estimators or Project Managers make profitable and competitive bids by assisting with the cost information needed for construction and maintenance projects. The ideal candidate will be client focused and will work well independently and as part of the Project Team.
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 quality project results.
Key Responsibilities
Partnering with Lead Estimator, Senior Estimators or Project Managers to learn the following estimating skills:
Reviewing proposal specifications and drawings, attend 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 assemble 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 Factors
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.
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