Construction Estimator — Growth, Impact & Travel

Baker Concrete Construction, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Estimator at Baker Concrete Construction, Inc. in Tampa, FL is responsible for preparing time, cost, and labor estimates for assigned projects using specialized methodologies and processes.

The role includes following up with clients to overcome obstacles and providing ongoing cost estimate support to operations. Responsibilities include identifying quantities, entering data into pricing software, coordinating with Contracts to identify insurance requirements, and developing bid proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, accounting or related field from an accredited college or university and 3 years’ related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in Estimating software (such as Timberline, UScost, WinEst)

Responsibilities

• Identifies and quantifies construction elements
• Enters quantities into appropriate software program for pricing
• Provides initial data for entry into Commence software
• Provides Contracts Department with applicable specifications documents to identify insurance requirements
• Sends new contracts for “Corporate” review
• Identifies, contacts, and creates relationships with vendors/suppliers to assess capabilities
• Analyzes and scopes vendors/suppliers to determine best value and project continuity
• Based on analysis, negotiates best pricing with vendors/subs
• Assembles quantities in pricing format to reflect bid form requirements
• Creates baseline job duration and determines equipment needs
• Prices changes within necessary timeframe
• Prepares bid forms, letters and/or qualifications
• Packages and sends proposal on time; reviews with Operations for productivity/manpower

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Timberline

UScost

WinEst

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, accounting or related field

Tools

Timberline

UScost

WinEst

Job description

The Estimator at Baker Concrete Construction, Inc. in Tampa, FL is responsible for preparing time, cost, and labor estimates for assigned projects using specialized methodologies and processes.

The role includes following up with clients to overcome obstacles and providing ongoing cost estimate support to operations. Responsibilities include identifying quantities, entering data into pricing software, coordinating with Contracts to identify insurance requirements, and developing bid proposals.