Description

The Assistant Estimator assists in preparing estimates for engineering and design-build construction projects. This position will assist in preparing lump sum bids, proposals, unit cost, and quantities for various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

• Assist in quantifying scopes of work for material and labor pricing.
• Assist with soliciting, evaluating and pre-qualifying small and disadvantaged businesses and subcontractors.
• Assist in assembling and sending out subcontractor bid packages.
• Assist in preparing material, specialty and standard equipment pricing.
• Assist in preparing subcontractor labor market studies and pricing for bids.
• Assist in documenting cost history, data base management and estimating process.
• Assist in developing project summary schedules.
• Assist with the evaluating and conditioning subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Assist in presenting estimates to external and internal clients.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant degree Required or
• Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. Required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Software knowledge such as Quotesoft, Accubid, Oracle, and PowerBI desired.
• Knowledge of document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.

Job Estimating

Primary Location US-WI-Appleton

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 240894

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