Estimator [Elite Construction Resources]

kbebuilding; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Time Off

Health Benefits

401K with company matching

Paid Holidays

Job summary

kbebuilding in Wallingford, Connecticut is looking for a Construction Estimator. This role involves generating project coversheets and labor costs, as well as developing final quotes. The ideal candidate should have a college degree with field experience and knowledge of construction estimating.

Key benefits include flexible work hours and competitive salaries. Skills required include excellent communication, ability to read architectural plans, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in construction estimating preferred.
• Ability to generate project coversheet and understand blueprints.
• Experience with pricing and labor cost generation.

Responsibilities

• Generate labor costs associated with installing the product(s).
• Develop final price sheet and quote for the project.
• Solicit vendor pricing associated with all products.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to read architectural plans

Basic building construction knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Multi-tasking and deadline management

Education

College Degree

OSH Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Looking for your next career move?!

COME JOIN THE ELITE TEAM!

Elite offers a variety of great benefits for our employees like paid time off, health benefits, exciting company events, and much more.

WorkLife Balance:

• Flexible Work Hours
• Vacation, sick, and personal time.
• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays

Health and Wellness:

• Medical and Dental Insurance (Premium cost sharing between the company and employee)
• Health Incentive Insurance Discount
• Employee assistance program
• Vision Care (100% company paid)

Culture:

• Annual Company Meetings, Company Fun Events, Summer Cookouts, & Holiday Parties.
• Dress code: Casual and Business Casual for times such as client/vendor meetings.

Compensation:

• Competitive Salaries
• Reimbursement for select gym and fitness memberships.
• Tuition Reimbursement for Work-Related Education
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401K with company matching program

Our Company

Founded in 2003, ELITE Construction Resources (formerly ELITE Construction Rentals) provides customers with the convenience and reliability of “one-stop-shopping” for all general trades services and site services for any construction project.

Our team is made up of carpenters, laborers, trade specialists, estimators, project managers, administrators and others who are dedicated to following our core values:

• Perseverance — Dedicated to fulfill customer needs by overcoming any challenges
• Leadership — By setting examples for others to follow, we lead with vision, accountability, coaching and mentoring
• Integrity — We stand by our work and our word. This is a result of taking time to hire the best people available for each position — and offering attractive employee packages.

Position Summary

• Generate project coversheet (identify critical information)
• Knowledge of blueprints (ability to read and understand)
• Complete Takeoffs of all Division 10, 11, and 12 product lines
• Understand Framing and Drywall Takeoffs
• Solicit vendor pricing associated with all products that are on the bid.
• Generate labor costs associated with installing the product(s)
• Create a price matrix in Excel for Management review.
• Develop final price sheet and quote for the project.
• Submit pricing to meet all bid deadlines.
• Work with Lead Estimator to expand vendor and subcontractor relationships.
• Generate submittals and close out paperwork
• Other duties as assigned

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

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.

• College Degree and/or 3-5 years field experience
• 1-3 years' experience in construction estimating preferred
• Basic building construction knowledge preferred or experience in carpentry or drywall installation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, plus a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Impeccable problem-solving skills
• Ability to read architectural plans and develop cost estimates.
• A valid driver’s license.
• OSHA 10 Certification
  

Elite Construction Resources LLC is an Affidative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer