- Responsible for the preparation of estimates. Will work closely with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors and others.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required; meticulous attention to detail.
- Review plans and specifications, attend pre-bid meetings, determine the scope of work and required contents of the estimate.
- Prepare estimates by calculating various statistical data, prepare quantity takeoff, labor and material pricing and equipment costs.
- Create, send and manage subcontractor and material supplier requests for pricing.
- Review design options and recommend the best solution based on cost, quality or availability of materials.
- Interpret project plans and specifications.
- Effectively present information to top management and public groups.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations; calculate mathematical extensions. Must have good knowledge of geometric formulas and equations required to calculate quantities in performing quantity takeoffs and estimating.
- Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions, in addition to a general understanding of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.
- Organize, manage, process and complete all payment applications and other reports in a timely manner.
- Must posses an excellent knowledge of estimating and scheduling software, internet and project management software, spreadsheet and word processing software.
- Frequently work within tight time restraints to quickly place bids on jobs or help determine the cost feasibility.
- Develop and maintain relationships with owners and architects.
- Responsible for the overall project including cost, schedule, quality, safety and promoting a good relationship with the client.
- Write subcontract and material purchase order agreements using the company’s standard forms; track and monitor the issuance and return in a contract log.
- Create a computerized schedule with assistance from the superintendent, subcontractors and material suppliers, with regular updates.
- Use the company’s computer system, records, files, and programs for estimating and project management, Microsoft Windows and other programs as needed.
- Must possess a valid driver license.
- Must be able to read and speak English.
- Daher Contracting Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- All employees are subject to pre-employment drug and physical health screen.
- Must have a bachelor’s or equivalent degree in a related field such as engineering or construction, or Three years of experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
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Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Walton Beach, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person