Estimator

Delta Staffing

Estimator

Livonia, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Responsibilities:

    • Review proposal specifications and drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work and necessary estimate components.
    • Prepare detailed trade scopes of work and backup documentation for review.
    • Solicit and evaluate project-specific proposals from subcontractors and suppliers for completeness and competitiveness.
    • Develop options and recommend the best value solutions based on cost, engineering, quality, or material availability.
    • Establish and maintain positive and ethical relationships with owners, consultants, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
    • Assist Operations with awarded contracts and projects as needed, including estimating and pricing change orders and resolving any contractual issues.
    • Track and support operations with awarded contracts and projects, including estimating and pricing extra work items, change orders, credits, procuring materials, etc.
    • Collaborate with the Proposal Coordinator to develop complete professional proposals, including schedules, project narratives, organizational charts, and other required information.
    • Create comprehensive conceptual proposals to support business development and client maintenance.
    • Negotiate and issue subcontracts.

    Required Skills:

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project or other scheduling systems. Experience with On-Screen Takeoff and/or MC2 type software is preferred.
    • Strong understanding of conceptual estimating, estimating techniques, and cost control.
    • Ability to prepare proposals with minimal supervision.
    • Comfortable working in team environments.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate bid inclusions, exclusions, and proposal clarifications to owners and subcontractors.
    • Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities effectively.

    Required Experience:

    • A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is preferred.
    • At least 5 - 7 years of estimating experience is required.