Estimator

Pcminc; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pcminc is seeking an Estimator responsible for preparing cost estimates by analyzing proposals and requirements. You will gather blueprints and specifications, compute costs, and maintain a cost database while solving discrepancies.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school education, with preferred experience of 5 years in the field and 3 years in estimating. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel is required, ensuring accuracy in estimates and reports.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Preferred 5 years field experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work estimates by gathering proposals and blueprints.
• Identify labor, material, and time requirements.
• Compute costs by analyzing requirements.
• Resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Present prepared estimates with numerical and descriptive information.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Field experience

Education

High school education or equivalent

5+ years field experience

3+ years estimating

Job description

Job Title

Estimator

Reports To

Chief Construction Officer

Summary

Estimators has the overall responsibility for preparing cost estimates by analyzing proposals and requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
• Identifies labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.
• Computes costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements.
• Resolves discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Presents prepared estimate by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information.
• Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains cost data base by entering and backing up data.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience/Skills

High school education or equivalent; or up to 8 years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred 5 years field experience along with 3 plus years estimating. Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

EOE Statement: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.