Estimator-New Construction

Lexicon, Inc; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexicon, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to review blueprints, specifications, and proposals, preparing time, cost, and labor estimates for construction bids and change orders in a steel-focused project environment.

The role requires reading drawings, performing take-offs, obtaining subcontractor quotes, and coordinating with project management to ensure bid requirements reflect design intent, with standard overtime expectations.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints and architectural drawings to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Proficient in Excel and Word; perform take-offs and obtain subcontractor quotes when needed.
• Must be able to communicate with project management to align bid requirements with design intent.

Responsibilities

• Analyze documents to prepare estimates for construction bids or change orders.
• Perform take-offs of steel/mechanical equipment and enter data into estimating software; secure quotes as required.
• Apply labor rates and hours per project guidelines; prepare ATPs/Change Orders for customers.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Take-offs

Bid preparation

Communication with PMs

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Related field degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsible for reviewing all documents, drawings, and specifications for assigned projects, change orders and determining the estimated cost and selling price.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints, specifications, models, proposals, project manuals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for construction bids or change orders.
• Perform take-off of all steel or mechanical equipment and enter in an estimating program as required and/or obtain quotes from subcontractors.
• Apply labor rates and hours per standard guidelines established for the type of project.
• Communicate with project management team to ensure the design intent is understood and bid requirements are followed.
• Prepare ATP’s/Change Orders for the customers.
• Fill out all required bid forms and schedule information.
• Obtain review and approval of estimates prior to submitting and route the estimates to the applicable parties once the bid has been submitted.
• Update and organize the estimating folder and answer questions.
• The ability to work overtime and regular, punctual attendance is required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school education or equivalent.Degree in related field is preferred.Minimum of five years’ experience as an Estimator in structural steel required.Must be able to read and understand blueprints and architectural drawings.Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel.

Physical Demands

Requires some overtime and weekend work.May require some overnight travel.Must be capable of multi-tasking and be efficient in time management.Must be able to work in a high-pressure environment to meet deadlines.Must be able to sit and work on a computer most of the workday. All the physical demands listed are essential functions.

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be considered an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. I have reviewed, understand, and can perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations.

You must be legally authorized to work in the United States for our company without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. Note: The company does not provide employment visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.