Construction Assistant Estimator

StructSure Projects; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

StructSure Projects, a growing general contractor, is seeking an Assistant Estimator to support Lead Estimators in creating competitive estimates and budgets. You’ll help with bids, buyout, and site visits, and you may travel to project locations.

A background check and valid driver’s license are required. Reporting to the Vice President, this role partners with subcontractors and vendors throughout the bidding process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction preferred.
• Design/Build Healthcare estimating experience is preferred.
• Proficient with computer programs and on screen takeoff software.
• Develop a complete, accurate and competitive proposal by understanding the project.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and scheduling software.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and written.

Responsibilities

• Assist lead estimators to develop estimates, budgets, quantity surveys and proposals accurately and competitively.
• Assist with project buyout and assist the Project Managers through construction to project closeout.
• Attend pre-bid conferences and site visits.
• Assist with bid day processes and proposal submission details.
• Assist with risk and opportunity analysis by reviewing bidding documents and consulting with the team.
• Assist in preparing estimates and provide help in completion of proposal.

Skills

Microsoft Suite

Scheduling software

On-screen takeoff software

Communication skills

Plan interpretation

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction

Tools

On-screen takeoff software

Job description

StructSure Projects is a rapidly growing performance-driven general contractor committed to effectively managing and delivering successful projects on time and within budget. Our team is composed of project managers, administrators, superintendents and craftsmen that self-perform on-site supervision, quality control, safety, cost estimating, administration and project management.

SUMMARY & PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Responsible for assisting Lead Estimators with completing estimates that are accurate and competitive. Develops relationships with subcontractors / vendors and seeks new subcontractors to bid work. Assists project team with construction buy-out. This position may require travel to project jobsite locations. Due to this, anyone in this position must have a clean background check and a valid, current driver's license. This position reports to the Vice President.

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS:

• Assists lead estimators to develop estimates, budgets, quantity surveys and proposals accurately and competitively
• Assists with project buyout and assists the Project Managers through construction to project closeout
• Attends pre- bid conferences and site visits
• Assists with bid day processes and proposal submission details
• Assists with risk and opportunity analysis by performing a thorough review of all bidding documents and consulting with all team members
• Assists in preparing estimates and provides help in completion of proposal composition and review and modification
• Uses construction and estimating software to complete estimates and quantity take-off
• Review and understand plans and specifications
• Create project schedules for bids and assist in pre-construction, offering assistance for technical plans, budget, risk assessments and other work as needed
• Provide critical design review and guidance to Design Team during the entire design process
• Cultivate subcontractor and supplier relationships including seeking new relationships, answering inquiries and reviewing scopes of work
• Build, maintain and improve relationships with facility managers and construction owners

SKILLS, ABILITIES, EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in construction preferred
• Design/Build Healthcare estimating experience is preferred
• Competent skills with computer programs and on screen takeoff software
• Develop a complete, accurate and competitive proposal by always having a global understanding of the project prior to beginning the estimate
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Suite products and scheduling software
• Exhibits high level ability to interpret plans and specifications
• Maintain ethics in bidding and in disseminating post bid information
• Understanding of direct and indirect costs to projects and exhibits a high level of understanding of project scopes and pricing
• Scheduling preparation of proposals through proper capacity management, reducing last minute crisis management
• Familiar with construction scheduling
• Willing to travel for site visits and bid deliveries as needed
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and written
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and a professional attitude towards colleagues
• Proven initiative, positive attitude, team-oriented, self-motivated and highly enthusiastic
• Ability to manage changing priorities, meet deadlines and adapt to a changing business environment

PHYSICAL DEMAND

• Ability to communicate in person, by phone and electronically
• Ability to work on the computer for extended hours
• Ability to travel by air, car or train and remain standing for long periods of time and navigate through construction sites
• Light physical work; ability to lift, file, stoop up to 10 pounds
• Could be subject to loud noises and changes in the environment temperature

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, marital status or protected veteran status.

Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position, and in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow and perform any other job-related instructions and duties in compliance with Federal and State Laws. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.