Estimator

Job description

Primary Responsibilities: - Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements, setting priorities. - Quantity takeoffs and Production estimates - Construction Drawing evaluation and interpretation - Prepares construction budget by studying construction plans; updating specifications; identifying and projecting costs for each elevation. - Evaluates offers to purchase by costing changes, additions, and site requirements. - Obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials; identifying qualified subcontractors; negotiating price. - Maintains cost keys and price masters by updating information. - Resolves cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information. - Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. - Maintains quality service by following organization standards. - Maintains continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. - Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in profess...