Estimator

Spydr Llc; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Pay

Career Advancement

Job summary

Spydr Llc is seeking an experienced Estimator in Salisbury, North Carolina, to support profitable business decisions by gathering information and preparing accurate estimates. The ideal candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, a certified professional estimator credential is preferred, and have strong skills in negotiation, research, and software like Timberline and HCSS HeavyBid. This role offers opportunities for career advancement and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator is preferred.
• Ability to forecast building costs and knowledge of estimation formulas.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand project scope by studying documentation and meeting clients.
• Collect necessary documentation like plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Determine key variables for cost and research expected labor/material costs.
• Negotiate with service providers to secure the best prices.
• Create and submit estimates to project managers.
• Budget and forecast using appropriate software.

Skills

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Mathematical skills

Research skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field

Certified Professional Estimator (CPE)

Tools

Timberline

HCSS HeavyBid

Job description

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive Pay
• Career Advancement

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. In this role, you will assist the company in making profitable business decisions by gathering information and preparing accurate estimates. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and has a proven track record as an Estimator.

Responsibilities

• Fully understand the project scope and requirements by studying documentation, meeting with clients, and visiting relevant locations
• Collect necessary documentation such as plans, drawings, and project specifications
• Determine the key variables for cost and conduct research to determine expected labor and materials costs
• Gather bids and negotiate with service providers to secure the best possible prices
• Create and submit estimates to project managers
• Budget and forecast using appropriate software

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
• Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) is preferred
• Previous experience as an Estimator is preferred
• Ability to forecast building costs and knowledge of estimation formulas
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Skilled in relevant software (Timberline, HCSS HeavyBid)
• Excellent research, writing, and negotiation skills