Estimating Intern

HRI, Inc.; State College (Centre County); Presencial; USD 25 000 - 30 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

HRI, Inc. invites a motivated student or entry-level candidate to join the estimating team as an hourly, nonexempt assistant. You will learn to gather data, perform takeoffs, and help prepare bid proposals for civil and heavy highway projects under supervision.

The role emphasizes development of computing skills, interpretation of drawings, and adherence to company procedures while assisting with project updates and bid packages.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Working towards an Associates or Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a closely related field.
• Experience in estimating and construction preferred.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and cost data.

Responsabilidades

• Assist and learn from the Estimator in gathering, calculating and compiling data for bid proposal estimates for civil and heavy highway projects.
• Take off quantities and measurements using computer software to prepare accurate estimates.
• Research material and data to ensure timely, concise estimates.
• Develop bid package documents and maintain project files after sale or low bid.
• Operate and maintain company equipment and perform additional supervisor-directed tasks.

Conhecimentos

Mathematical calculations

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

In progress: Associates or Bachelors in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Ferramentas

Agtek

Insite

AutoCAD - Civil

Civil engineering software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Summary

Assist and learn from the Estimator in gathering, calculating and compiling data for use in completion of bid proposal estimates for civil and heavy highway related projects. This hourly, nonexempt position will work with direct supervision.

Essential Functions

• Use a computer based software (Agtek, Insite) to take off quantities, field measurements, or obtain information from the plan, proposal and cross sections to accurately calculate in a timely manner various statistical data.
• Obtain and research all required material and historical data (purchase orders, quotations, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc.) to ensure timely completion of accurate and concise estimates.
• Participate in developing project update and bid package estimate documents.
• Responsible for coordination and administration of project upon completion of the sale or low bid including maintaining files of working documents.
• Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
• Perform additional assignments at supervisor's direction.

Knowledge of

• Civil engineering and construction principles.
• Estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.
• Common commercial and estimating software.
• Auto Cad - Civil

Ability to

• Perform mathematical calculations.
• Read and understand engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, cost coding systems, etc.
• Learn and follow HRI company policies and procedures.
• Use a computer and other related office equipment.

Qualifications

• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrate above average organizational, analytical and memory skills to effectively and efficiently handle multiple priorities with short deadlines.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Working towards an Associates or Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a closely related field.

Experience

• Experience in estimating and construction including excavation, paving, underground utility, site development and heavy highway projects preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently(33%-67%) required to sit in and operate a vehicle for sustained periods of time.
• Frequently(33%-67%)Ability to walk and work on uneven terrain.
• Frequently ( 33%-67%) Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Frequently(33%-67%)Ability to use office equipment such as computers, copiers, telephones, etc.
• Frequently ( 33%-67%) Ability to work in a field environment with exposure to dust, inclement weather conditions, extreme heat and cold.
• Frequently (33%-67&) Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

This is a safety-sensitive position.