Estimator
RailWorks, Bakersfield, CA, United States
Job ID: 19719
Benefits Offering
RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.
Compensation
$75000 - $110000 / year
Position Summary
The Estimator prepares take-off and call work for construction projects to assist in developing bids and in the buy-out process.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Analyzes blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
Reads and interprets contract documents relating to the assigned specific divisions
Solicits subcontractor/vendor pricing information
Analyzes and evaluates bids from subcontractors for their completeness and accuracy in scope of work
Prepares accurate quantity surveys and take-offs
Reviews estimate/sub quote files to gain information for current bids
Reviews and compares KPI for bid preparation
Prepares spreadsheets and coordinates with estimating staff for bid day
Prepares and submits multimillion-dollar bids to clients for company services
Prepares cost estimates and schedules
Prioritizes issues and prepares reports for senior management and clients.
Logs and files bid documentation after bid day for estimate/sub quote file.
Review contract(s) when awarded to ensure the contract and bid documents are representative of each other
Prepares and schedules hand off meeting with management to review budget and at bid plan for project execution
Required Skills and Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years of construction estimating experience
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
Knowledge of plan reading and interpretation
Proficiency in reviewing contract documents
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities and meet deadlines
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Generally, works indoors, with some onsite/outdoor work
Frequently sits, stands, walks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard
May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather
May be exposed to loud noise.
EEO Statement
RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with Railworks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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Benefits Offering
RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.
Compensation
$75000 - $110000 / year
Position Summary
The Estimator prepares take-off and call work for construction projects to assist in developing bids and in the buy-out process.
Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties
Analyzes blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
Reads and interprets contract documents relating to the assigned specific divisions
Solicits subcontractor/vendor pricing information
Analyzes and evaluates bids from subcontractors for their completeness and accuracy in scope of work
Prepares accurate quantity surveys and take-offs
Reviews estimate/sub quote files to gain information for current bids
Reviews and compares KPI for bid preparation
Prepares spreadsheets and coordinates with estimating staff for bid day
Prepares and submits multimillion-dollar bids to clients for company services
Prepares cost estimates and schedules
Prioritizes issues and prepares reports for senior management and clients.
Logs and files bid documentation after bid day for estimate/sub quote file.
Review contract(s) when awarded to ensure the contract and bid documents are representative of each other
Prepares and schedules hand off meeting with management to review budget and at bid plan for project execution
Required Skills and Qualifications
A minimum of 3 years of construction estimating experience
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
Knowledge of plan reading and interpretation
Proficiency in reviewing contract documents
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities and meet deadlines
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Generally, works indoors, with some onsite/outdoor work
Frequently sits, stands, walks, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard
May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather
May be exposed to loud noise.
EEO Statement
RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with Railworks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
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