Estimator - Virtual Design & Construction (VDC)

Victaulic Company; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry seeks an Estimator who will be responsible for developing cost estimates for various projects. This role demands a strong educational background in engineering and excellent communication skills. The Estimator will collaborate closely with sales teams and ensure the project deliverables are met while adhering to quality standards. This position offers growth opportunities in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Require a degree in Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection engineering, or equivalent.
• Must demonstrate written and verbal communication abilities.
• Experience with estimating software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop cost estimates for Fabrication & Drawing projects.
• Coordinate with sales and manage project schedules.
• Assist in preparing VDC package quotes as required.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Education

GED diploma

Two-year Associates Degree

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Project

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Onscreen Take-off

AutoBid Est-MECH

QuoteSoft

Job description

Position:Estimator

Reports to:Senior VDC Manager

Location:Victaulic Global Headquarters, Easton, PAThe Estimator is responsible for developing cost estimates for Fabrication & Drawing projects for construction as required by customer’s documents, along with other internal and external support requests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Preparation/evaluation of: BIM Fabrication packages,Material & Labor comparisons, Joint count conversions, Engineering model conversions,Material Take-Offs (MTO) as required
• Communicate estimate and scope of work to Sales staff
• Determine scope coverage and manage risk of scope gaps to Sales and Customer
• Coordination of projects with work center(s)/sales/customers to ensure project schedule milestones and deliverables are met.
• Quality Control functions in-line with current department standards.
• Utilize, review, and enforce the VDC division procedures and policies. Suggest updates as needed.
• Coordination, scheduling, and assignment of incoming Sales support requests.

• Assist Sales with presentation of VDC package quotes (as required).
• Assist in the training of others in the department.
• Assist other VDC departments (as required).
  
  

Qualifications

• GED diploma, Two-year Associates Degree, and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering related to Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Proven written and verbal communication abilities
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, & Navisworks software preferred.
• Knowledge of interpretating piping specification and mechanical piping drawings
• Knowledge of estimating software: Onscreen Take-off, AutoBid Est-MECH, QuoteSoft, etc.

LANGUAGE:

• English

Victaulic job descriptions are meant as summarizations only. They do not necessarily reflect all duties and responsibilities of a position

Victaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic data, or other legally protected status.

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