Construction Estimator
Blue Line Drywall & Builders / Blue Industries
North Brunswick, NJ
Blue Industries is currently seeking a full time Estimator to join our growing team. The Estimator will support and work with Senior Estimators/preconstruction teams to review project plans, requirements and specifications. The Estimator will perform take-offs, pricing and bidding of construction projects while adhering to Blue Line's standards.
Responsibilities will be:
- Assemble accurate and well organized estimates and proposals in a timely manner for Stipulated Price, Design-Build and Construction/Project Management formatted projects. Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
- Organize sub-contractors quotations, negotiate to insure quotes meet contract documents and issue proper documented purchase orders.
- Complete Budgeting and Scheduling for projects and track same. Monitor progress and identify any potential risks.
- Maintain relationships with sub-contractors and clients.
- Communicate with Business Development regarding new and current projects
Essential Skills:
- Engineering knowledge such as knowledge of procedures equipment and project designing.
- Excellent mathematics skills
- Basic knowledge about building and construction
- Ability to read and understand blueprints
- Ability to work well individually as well as in a team environment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Detail oriented and excellent organizational skills
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and independently
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Proven self-starter with demonstrated ability to make decisions, multi-task, and meet strict deadlines
- High degree of professionalism
- Strong negotiation skills
- Position may include working outside of normal working hours as necessary.
- Ability to travel to construction sites as needed
Qualifications:
- Experience in construction estimating
- Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and estimating software (i.e. Planswift, OST)
What you get:
- The chance to learn from the best in the business, from the ground up.
- A hands on role where you hit the ground running from day one.
- Member of a rapidly growing team.
- High emphasis on training and continuing education opportunities - your strengths are our strengths.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's in related field (Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management)
Required experience:
Estimating: 1 year