Estimator

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Citrus Heights (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY is seeking an Estimator to compile estimates for landscape projects. The role requires understanding project scope, calculating cost variables, and researching upcoming jobs for bids.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of estimating experience in construction and strong numerical and analytical skills, with proficiency in MS Office and Bluebeam. This is an on-site position with no travel requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years' estimating experience in the construction industry or related field.
• Knowledge of landscape construction operations.

Responsibilities

• Understand the project or program scope and its requirements.
• Determine key variables for costs and other estimates.
• Research information on upcoming jobs for bidding purposes.
• Conduct hand-offs between project stages.
• Update award status and manage non-awarded jobs.
• Coordinate the bid calendar and gather site information.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical mindset

Active listening

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Bluebeam

Job description

• Base Pay $25.00 - $35.00 / Hour
• Job Category Administrative

REPORTS TO : General Manager

DIRECT REPORTS: No

TRAVEL: No

FLS A : Non- Exempt

G E N ER A L JOB S UMMA R Y

The Estimator is responsible for compiling estimates of how much it will cost to provide a client with products and/ or services .

CORE AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

U nderstand the project or pro gram scope and its requirements

Determine key variables for cost s and other estimates

R esearch information on up coming jobs for bidding purposes

REQUI R ED K N OWL E D GE, SK IL L S AND A B ILITIES

General knowledge of landscape construction operations

Excellent numerical skills and an analytical mindset

Effective listening skills to understand the scope and expectations of tasks to be performed

A positive attitude when faced with challenges

Work in an organized and proactive manner

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam

Work cooperatively and collaboratively both, independently and as part of a team (team oriented)

Effective and professional communication skills; verbal and written

Detail oriented, able to multi-task and flexible

EDUC A T I O N A N D EX P ERI E N CE

At least a High School Diploma or GED required and a minimum of 3 years' experience estimating in the construction industry and/ or a related field.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regularly required to talk and listen

Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach, and use hands, arms and fingers

Able to lift and/or move up to 40lbs.

Routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machine

CORE AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Understand the project or program scope and its requirements

Conduct hand-offs

Update award status

Manage non-awarded jobs

• Determine key variables for costs and other estimates

Key variables needed for:

Bid bond for prime bids

Work in Progress (WIP ) for project backlog

Gather first-hand information from sites, warehouses or other venues

Coordinate the bid calendar

Research information on upcoming jobs for bidding purposes

Search exchange for jobs

Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM

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Position: __________________________________ Date: _____________________

I have reviewed this job description and I understand all my job duties and responsibilities. I am able to perform the Core Areas of Responsibility as outlined. I understand that my job may change on a temporary or regular basis according to the needs of my location or department without it being specifically included in the job description. If I have any questions about job duties not specified on this description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate Supervisor or General Manager.

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