Estimator

Full Time
Reno, NV 89521
Posted
Job description

Purpose
The purpose of this role is to contribute to the success and profitability of projects by providing accurate, timely, and complete estimates. This role provides ongoing assistance during the building phase of projects that may include: estimate interpretation, problem resolution, and successful processing of change orders.

Focus & Scope Essential duties and responsibilities, i.e., those which are basic, necessary, and an integral part of the job, are indicated below.
Company / Entity
  • Actively supports the achievement of Estimating function’s goals and objectives. Shares knowledge and stays abreast of evolving industry trends and best practices, including new techniques and equipment used in industry. Ensures a focus on long range priorities, customer feedback, and continuously strives to make improvements to day-to-day processes and procedures.
  • Collaborates across area offices and supports consistent estimating practices and administrative procedures. Ensures policies, procedures, and standards are adhered to as well as protect the company’s interests.
  • Establishes, promotes, and protects Spanish Springs Construction’s values including diversity, teamwork, fair work environment, and respect of others. Maintains a “team” spirit within the business unit. Works and cooperates with other disciplines (across company lines). Uses resources effectively and efficiently.
  • Promotes and protects the perception of Spanish Springs Construction.

Technical /Specialty Area
  • Accurately prepares estimates. Reviews proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope. Determines required contents of estimates and evaluates historical data in order to project unit and man hour figures. Completes projects on time, in accordance with business and Company standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Establishes and coordinates completion dates and technical specifications in estimates for project teams. Specifically: calculates complete takeoff for scope of work using computer aided system; estimates manpower, equipment, and material needs; coordinates with field personnel to schedule work; and continually evaluates progress and results.
  • Coordinates job set up by preparing breakdowns, subcontracts, purchase orders, and other required documents on procured projects. Reviews plans and field changes. Prepares change orders, as required.
  • Partners with Project Managers and Superintendents on problem resolution, implementing ongoing efficiencies, and improving ways of accomplishing project goals. Recommends and incorporates changes in procedures, objectives, or best solutions based on cost, engineering quality, and availability of materials.
  • Identifies, and acts upon, potential lines of business and new client prospects to assist with creating new business opportunities.
  • Builds and maintains positive client relationships resulting in increased business, repeat customers, and industry referrals. Communicates company and project policies, procedures, and standards. Gathers feedback and continuously makes improvements to work processes, practices, and equipment.
  • Assists in achieving a zero-injury culture through the support of Spanish Springs Construction’s Injury Prevention and Safety program and active participation in appropriate safety meetings and training sessions to maintain a safe, healthy work environment and meet corporate safety standards.
  • Completes internal administrative organization and documentation, including project logs, files, records, and reports pertaining to Estimating function. May include bids, cost estimates, state and federal regulations and codes. Contributes to written and up-to-date estimating guidelines, manuals, and policies and procedures.

Relationships, Qualifications and Requirements, & Competencies

Key Relationships
Reports to: General Manager or Estimating Manager
Direct reports: Senior level estimators may oversee work of Project Engineers or lower-level Estimators
External clients: Private customers, public agencies, state and federal regulatory agencies, A/E representatives, industry peers for networking
Internal clients: Business Operations Manager, Business Development Representative, Chief Estimator, Superintendents, Project Managers, Administrative Manager, Contract Administrator, Cost Analysts, Project Engineers, Administrative Staff, Materials, and other business units

Role Qualifications & Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or related field or equivalent combination of technical training and related experience
Experience & Industry Expertise:
  • Minimum of five years of estimating experience in construction, or equivalent combination of technical training and related experience
  • Senior level estimators should have prior experience supervising team bidding efforts and estimating a broad range of projects/contracts
Specific Job Requirements:
  • Successful completion of pre-employment drug, alcohol, and background investigation
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Current on all company required safety training
  • Ability to preserve confidential and proprietary information and avoid conflicts-of-interest
  • Strong working knowledge of computers and peripheral material including software and equipment for estimating and project management
  • Good working knowledge of personnel issues and EEO
  • Thorough knowledge of construction contracts/ law
  • Strong understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, technology, equipment methods, cost control, schedules, etc. and their impact on project activities
Strong working knowledge of company’s Standard Operating Policies and Procedures

Position Description Cont.

Competencies
  • Relationship Management
  • Business Acumen
  • Communications
  • Organization and Management
  • People Development
  • Technology: Microsoft Office, HeavyBid, Viewpoint Vista, Simplex and other applications as needed
  • Technical competence in construction

Equipment Used, Physical Demands, and Work Environment
Equipment Used: Computer, telephone, personal protective equipment (i.e. safety glasses, hearing protection)
  • Physical Demands & Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Physical: Sitting for long periods of time working at the computer or driving to job sites. Job site visits require walking on uneven ground, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling in confined or enclosed spaces. Some lifting of materials and equipment up to 50 lbs. Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. May work long hours during peak seasons.
  • Work Environment: Typical office environment with adequate temperatures and lighting, low levels of noise. Demands of meeting tight deadlines. Exposed to the conditions of job sites which can include loud noise, dust, fumes, and extreme weather conditions prevalent at the time. May work various shifts or hours, including early mornings, dusk or evenings.

Employer Disclosure Statement
The above statements and job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed within this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and tasks. Other similar or additional duties are performed as assigned.

Please Note: Teichert and its family of companies are proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Minorities/Women/Disabled and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. Individuals seeking employment at one of our companies are considered without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Staffing Agencies:
Teichert, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Teichert") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Teichert, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Teichert mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Teichert employees, or to Teichert’s resume database will be considered Teichert property. Teichert will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Teichert will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Teichert’s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Teichert will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Teichert’s Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Teichert employee is authorized to bind Teichert to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.

Street Address

595 Double Eagle Court, Suite 2001

City

Reno

State/Province

Nevada

Zip Code

89521

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