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Western Partitions, Inc. · 5 months ago

Construction Estimator

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Western Partitions, Inc. (WPI) is one of the largest and most reputable interior and exterior contracting firms in the US. The Construction Estimator is responsible for plan takeoffs, setting estimated costs, and preparing project bids and budgets while coordinating with trade departments to produce cost estimates and proposals.

Construction

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Understand and comply with all WPI policies, procedures, and corporate safety program

Actively participate in the safety plans and measures of the assigned projects

Review contract language, scope of work, and special provisions in the contract. Make sure project team members are aware of these items

Working with our other departments, put together complete estimates

Review drawings, specifications, bid forms, and other paperwork to prepare detailed proposals

Use mathematical algorithms to calculate the amount of material required

Communicates with the client during the bidding phase and on any modifications of a project

Functions as support for project management throughout the beginning stage to explain any problems in the budget

Assess budget and plan profitability status and objectives

Ask feedback on corrective actions to enhance the continuous identification and reliability of cost figures

Thoroughly analyze different areas of a project to collect relevant data

Support and visit assigned job sites, participate in, and conduct job meetings as required

Qualification

Cost estimationBlueprint readingMicrosoft Office SuiteMathematical analysisProject management supportSoftware proficiencyField productivity understandingCustomer serviceTechnical learningEnglish proficiencyCommunicationTeam collaborationCritical thinkingOrganizational skillsProblem-solving

Required

Ability to analyze and process key information, recognize critical areas on the job that could impact profitability, and then actively navigate the project away from risks and liabilities for a successful outcome

Understand field productivity, as well as material and equipment costs

A clear understanding of how to read and understand specifications and drawings

Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook)

Strong oral and written communication skills is required

Strong math skills are required

Ability to work in team environment is required

Strong customer service skills are required

Ability to multitask, think critically, and problem-solve is required

Ability to learn new job skills by engaging in the technical aspects of the job and applying new skills as they are taught is required

Must be able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments

Must possess strong organizational and computer use skills and have a high level of competency to read/write/speak English, interpret construction related documentation and communicate with coworkers