Estimator

VSS International, Inc.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Care Insurance

401k Program

Pension Program

Life Insurance

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

VSS International, Inc. is looking for an Estimator to join our team in Chandler, Arizona. The successful candidate will be adept at building relationships and possess strong organizational skills. Responsibilities include estimating and managing complex projects, preparing estimates, and ensuring accuracy in bids. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction management and 2-4 years of relevant experience. We offer competitive wages, benefits including medical and dental insurance, and a 401k program with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects.
• Strong commitment to timely and accurate work completion.
• Able to function under fast pace stressful conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity takeoffs.
• Prepare estimates using software.
• Consult with clients and subcontractors to formulate estimates.
• Analyze alternate means for cost-effective solutions.
• Review estimates for accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Leadership qualities

Organizational skills

Ability to work under deadlines

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering or construction management

2-4 years in a construction environment

Tools

Microsoft Excel

HCSS

Microsoft Word

Job description

"OUR PEOPLE ARE OUR STRATEGY"

We are growing and in need of an Estimator for our VSS International, Inc. facility.

Come join a team with a great company culture that offers competitive wages and benefits!! We offer Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision Care Insurance. We offer a 401k program. A Pension Program, Life Insurance, AD&D and opportunities for growth and development.

VSS International, Inc. a leader in Pavement Preservation has an exciting career opportunity for an Estimator. The Estimator will be a natural at building relationships, have impeccable organizational skills, ability to work under deadlines and understand the business. The Estimator will be responsible for estimating and management of complex projects both public and private. The Estimator will prepare estimates independently or as a team member. Estimator will coordinate project schedule and produce monthly progress reports.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Perform quantity takeoffs
• Prepare estimates using software (Microsoft Excel and/or HCSS)
• Consult with clients, architects, subcontractors and material suppliers to discuss and formulate estimates, effect cost reductions and resolve problems
• Work with the operations team throughout the preconstruction process in reviewing plans and specifications for constructability issues and determining general requirements on the project
• Ability to manage and track multiple estimates at once
• Analyze alternate means and methods to determine the most economic preconstruction alternative
• Compile and analyze subcontract quotes
• Review estimates
• Submit prepared bids assuring accuracy and completeness
• Assure that project team acts with integrity and employs ethical behavior during all stages of the estimating process
• Analyze progress consistently and compare to budget (estimate) to avoid overruns and costly delays
• Familiar with team atmosphere work environment. Ability to work in a team environment and fit in with company culture and processes
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have excellent communications skills both written and verbal to interact with internal and external drivers and customers.
• Proven leadership qualities.
• Must possess the ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects utilizing organizational skills and communications skills.
• Strong sense of responsibility regarding timely and accurate completion of work, and a strong commitment to corporate goals.
• Must be capable of functioning under fast pace stressful working conditions.

EDUCATIONS and/or WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA) or equivalent from four‑year college or university preferably in the civil engineering or construction management area; and/or related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum Two to four years in a construction environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and other software programs as they relate to engineering and estimating.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmenative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.