Estimator - RB Hinkle

The Junior Estimator - Electrical, Telecom Dry Utility - presents estimates to the leadership team, demonstrating competency in all components of each estimate and includes back-up supporting documentation to defend the estimate and the information used to assemble it.

Additionally, the Junior Estimator will monitor ongoing Owner and Developer budgets within the industry sector to track upcoming business development and project bid opportunities.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:


* Prepares work to be estimated by gathering proposals, drawings, specifications, and related documents


* Identifies labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, drawings, specifications, and related documents


* Performs, or reviews and confirms, estimating and quantity takeoffs


* Reviews and confirms quotations from vendors and subcontractors


* Interface and coordinate with subcontractors and vendors to develop project estimates and proposals


* Analyzes regional labor rates, per diems, and any other relevant market conditions to be used in the estimate


* Consults with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues


* Confers with engineers, vendors and subcontractors to develop Value Engineering ideas to drive project design and economics


* Travels to local and regional project sites to understand construction sequence, means and methods, site conditions and perform time-studies


* Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing technical publications


* Assists in miscellaneous functions and tasks to facilitate a growing business group


* Provides support and assistance to division management in creating new proposals

Qualifications and Experience:


* Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or related field is preferred; equivalent work experience is acceptable.


* Minimum of 5 years’ experience in estimating, or equivalent role; Direct experience with estimating construction projects, preferably focused on piping, underground utility work, with knowledge of excavation and civil-related construction is preferred.

Experience in commercial; heavy commercial/industrial; university, aviation, hospital, or other campus related projects and industries is an asset.


* Related experience in project execution and operations, such as project engineering and field engineering, is a plus.

Skills:


* Detailed knowledge of estimating fundamentals


* Knowledge of typical costs associated with piping and civil activities


* General understanding of Fixed Price, Time & Materials, and Unit contract pricing mechanisms


* Aptitude for mathematics; ability to analyze, compare and interpret detailed, but sometimes poorly defined information, and be able to make sound and accurate judgments based on this information


* Ability to focus on details, while analyzi...