Job title: Estimator I or II - Telecommunications/Construction Industry
Location: CT
Duration: Permanent/Direct Hire
Salary: W2 - based on certifications/experience $80k-$110K
DESCRIPTION
The Estimator is responsible for project engineering, material selection, labor estimating, and acting as a liaison among sales, project management, and operations to ensure accurate cost estimates and adherence to company quality and safety standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Review bid documents to determine details of low voltage commercial construction projects
• Write scope of work and develop cost estimate in response to bid specifications.
• Prepare bid packages to include proposal, safety requirements and all supporting documents
• Determine project timelines based on project complexities to include outside/inside plant details, network specifications and type of construction
• Attend site-walk and pre-bid meetings, documenting site conditions for use in the development of accurate cost estimates.
• Act as liaison between sales, project management, field and operations to effectively transition projects and streamline communications.
• Review estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracy
• Execute take-offs of documents
• Monitor industry trends, labor costs, and material pricing to maintain up-to-date and accurate estimates.
• Work with operations and project managers to identify, price and document change orders up
• Work with manufacturers and distribution to obtain pricing for materials
• Work with management to determine labor capabilities and rates, equipment and other requirements
• Perform project hand-offs with team upon project reward
• Prepare change order pricing for on-going project work when required
• Collaborate and mentor other estimators
• Other duties as assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s Degree or 4+ years field experience in a lead role and some industry certifications
• 6+ years’ experience as a PM or Estimator developing cost estimates
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam, working knowledge of AutoCAD a plus.
• Sound knowledge of BICSI design principles
• Good numeracy and computer skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of material properties
• An understanding of installation processes and construction methods
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Essential Functions of the job:
• Lifting, carrying, adjusting, moving and/or transporting of objects up to 50 pounds
• Walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, maintaining balance and/or crawling for extended periods
• Pushing and pulling of arms and legs; use of abdominal and lower back muscles
• Coordinating movements of the eyes, hands, fingers and feet
• Ascending and descending of stairs, ladders, lifts, etc.
• Speaking, hearing and seeing to avoid safety hazards
• Strenuous manual labor
The environment for this job will involve:
• Indoor and/or outdoor elements
• Hot and/or cold temperatures
• Uneven terrain and/or obstacles
• Interactions with other individuals
• Loud noises
• Large machinery
• Small and/or enclosed spaces
Job description is subject to change at supervisor’s discretion at any time.
Verigent is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Verigent has been recognized by our employees and clients as Best in Staffing for the past 6 years.
We offer all of our employee’s benefits including: Holidays, PTO, Medical and Dental Insurance, 401k with company match.
For more information on Verigent please visit us at: https://verigent.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Work Location: Remote
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