Assistant Estimator

The Cook & Boardman Group; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Estimator to join their dynamic team in Alexandria. This role involves interpreting contract documents, performing labor cost analysis, and collaborating with contractors to ensure competitive bidding. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction or building materials, excellent mathematical skills, and proficiency in blueprint reading. Join a professional environment where your contributions will help shape successful projects and foster growth within the company. If you're detail-oriented and goal-driven, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in construction or building material industry.
• Proficient in mathematical skills and blueprint reading.

Responsibilities

• Interprets contract documents for construction projects.
• Performs labor cost interpretation and manages project schedules.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Blueprint/Plan Reading

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Detail Oriented

Tools

Comsense System

Job description

Assistant Estimator

Alexandria, VA, USA Req #580

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

The Estimator interprets total opening requirements as set forth within contract documents (i.e., plan, specifications, addenda, and other related information) concerning an individual construction project. Uses computer technology and mathematical skills in the formation of the estimate.

Essential Functions
• Works directly with Contractor including the hard bid processes
• Reviews scope of work with General Contractor pre/post bid and hardware/HMF manufacturer combo packages determine most competitive position
• Performs labor cost interpretation based on scope of work
• Receives constructing plans, drawings and specifications and reviews for familiarization; checks for completeness; notes bid deadlines and any special requirements
• Organizes approach to project by deciding how to separate portions of major projects and to identify typical opening or hardware sets, etc.; notes project construction schedules, if applicable
• Interprets construction specifications; where necessary, discusses interpretations with team salesperson, customers or the architect
• Reads building plans and identifies applicable portions with Cook & Boardman involvement
• Summarizes door opening and other applicable portions of plans by type
• Compares actual and estimated materials on completion of each project
• Enters applicable information into Comsense system and prices job based on computer cost files
• Responsible for complete door and hardware takeoffs and costing all parts and scope of work
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
• 3-5 years of related experience in similar construction or building material industry
• Accurate mathematical skills
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Blueprint/plan reading and specification interpretation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of door, frame and hardware applications as they relate to UL, fire code, building code, ADA, life safety and other restrictions that relate to the general commercial construction industry
• Excellent oral communication skills and positive interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented, deadline conscience, goal driven, and able to handle all types of scopes of projects

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear and see. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hand to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms

Work Environment
This job operates primarily in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. May occasionally require business travel.

Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal Contractor
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Other details

• Pay Type Salary