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One of my client companies is seeking an Estimator/Project Manager for their company.
Estimator/Project Manager – Excavating / Underground Utilities experience needed
Position Description
A construction estimator uses expertise gleaned from working in the industry along with construction plans to estimate necessary expenditures and devise a budget.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a Construction Estimator
Prepares bids and cost estimates that address every part of a building project.
Helps keep building projects within the client’s budget limitations.
Oversees financing on a project.
Makes sure that all cost estimates submitted by a contractor are as accurate as possible.
Estimates the cost of equipment needed for a job.
Maintains constant contact with site managers and engineers to estimate the duration of a project.
Estimates costs of inclement weather and unforeseen events.
Calculates the total cost projects.
Consults with experts to get advice on difficult cost estimations.
Estimates labor costs for a project.
Evaluates the cost effectiveness of a product’s use and makes changes where necessary to improve overall cost effectiveness.
Develops complete budgets and plans for projects.
Tracks all costs from the inception of the project to its conclusion.
Re-figures cost estimates when necessary.
Submits customized reports to clients.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must have strong math and science skills.
Must be detail oriented.
Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
Knowledge of how to read and comprehend blueprints.
Good interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to work effectively as a member of a team.
Must have strong computer skills, especially knowledge of spread sheets.
Knowledge of how to use file transfer programs to send large drawing files to contractors.
Knowledge of how to use complex project management software and construction scheduling software.
Education and Experience
Knowledge of construction processes
Experience working in the excavation/underground utilities industry.
Certification through the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering.
Agtek experience preferred.
Work Environment
Time is spent in an office environment.
Time is spent at construction job sites.
Must be able to travel to locations to meet with clients within Virginia.
Must be prepared to wear a hard hat, work boots and goggles at potentially dangerous job sites.
Must be able to work in high pressure situations facing strict deadlines.
