Estimator Trainee

Cook & Boardman, LLC; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook & Boardman, LLC is seeking an Estimator Trainee in Largo, FL to learn to interpret contract documents, read plans, and price projects using cost files. The role supports senior estimators during bid processes and gains exposure to door hardware takeoffs, codes, and specifications.

The position emphasizes proficient MS Office use, accurate math, and strong communication. It is a full-time role with on-site work in a professional office and warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Accurate mathematical skills.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required.
• Pass pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists other estimators during hard bid processes.
• Learns to review scope of work and perform labor cost interpretation based on scope of work.
• Receives plans, drawings, and specs and reviews for familiarization; notes bid deadlines and special requirements.
• Learns how to interpret construction specifications and identify applicable portions for Cook & Boardman involvement.
• Enters applicable information into the computer system and prices job based on cost files.
• Learns to complete door, frame and hardware take offs and related code considerations.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Verbal and written communication

Detail oriented

Time management

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Mathematical skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Estimator Trainee is an introductory role where you learn and become familiar with interpreting total opening requirements as set forth within contract documents, i.e. plans, specifications, addenda, and other related information concerning an individual construction project. Uses computer technology and mathematical skills in the formation of the estimate.

Essential Functions

• Assists other Estimators during the hard bid processes
• Learns to review scope of work and perform labor cost interpretation based on scope of work
• Receives constructing plans, drawings and specifications and reviews for familiarization; checks for completeness; notes bid deadlines and any special requirements
• Learns how to separate portions of major projects and to identify a typical opening or hardware set; notes project construction schedules, if applicable
• Learns to interpret construction specifications
• Reads building plans and learns to identify applicable portions with Cook & Boardman involvement
• Summarizes door opening and other applicable portions of plans by type
• Enters applicable information into computer system and prices job based on computer cost files
• Will learn how to complete Door & Hardware take offs
• Will learn door, frame and hardware applications as they relate to UL, fired code, building code, ADA, life safety and other restrictions that relate to the general commercial construction industry
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred
• Functional working knowledge of computers, proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Accurate mathematical skills
• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Blue print/plan reading
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and positive interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented, deadline conscience, goal driven
• Winning attitude
• Effective time management and strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated and proactive

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this role, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and see. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel objects, and reach with hands and arms. This role requires frequent lifting of items weighing 5–25 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This position operates in both a professional office setting and a warehouse environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment, including computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Occasional travel to project sites may be required. Warehouse conditions include proximity to forklifts and other heavy machinery and the use of various tools and hardware. Employees may be subject to frequent heavy lifting and exposure to variable weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to fulfill the essential functions of the role. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws.