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Western Partitions, Inc. · 15 hours ago

Jr. Construction Estimator

Reno, Nevada, 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 Jr. Construction Estimator is responsible for assisting the Estimating Team on plan takeoffs, understanding estimated costs, and preparing project bids and budgets under the guidance of a Senior Estimator.

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 team members are aware of these items during bid time

Review drawings, specifications, bid forms, General Contractor/Project specific front-end forms and other paperwork to prepare accurate detailed proposals

Work with other WPI departments to put together complete multi-scope estimates

Use mathematical algorithms to calculate labor, material, and equipment needs

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

Assist in ensuring all pertinent information during bid time is transferred to the project management team during Estimating Hand-Offs

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

Update daily the Estimating bid log of current, past and future projects and organize by priority. This log will include the schedules of these projects and may be split into multiple scopes

Ensure Vendor Material Quotes are accurate and create a comparison list

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

EstimatingBlueprint readingMicrosoft Office SuiteMathematical algorithmsProject managementCustomer serviceCommunication skillsTeamworkProblem-solvingOrganizational skills

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 is required

Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook) Bluebeam, OnScreen Takeoff, and QuickBid

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