Assistant Estimator in Naples, Florida at Quality Enterprises USA

Quality Enterprises is looking for an Assistant Estimator to join our team. Under the oversight of an estimator, the primary responsibility of Quality Enterprise’s Assistant Estimator is to analyze and interpret project information in the assembly of budgets, bids, and proposals.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay

• Paid Holidays & PTO

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance (Company-Paid)

• 401K with company contribution match

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Positive Work Environment

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Evaluate proposals, specifications, blueprints, and construction documents to understand the project as a whole.

• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site visits.

• Estimate time, labor, construction materials, and product costs to determine overall cost for construction projects.

• Produce written proposals, cost estimates, budgets, and updates for clients and project managers.

• Provide accurate takeoff information with a detailed list of materials and total construction costs.

• Solicit subcontractor, vendor, and equipment supplier information and pricing.

• Review and estimate change orders and other cost impacts.

• Follow up with clients on submitted proposals and budgets.

Position Competencies

• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work well under pressure to meet established deadlines.

• Ability to work with limited supervision to complete assigned tasks.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to focus on quality and accuracy.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Thorough understanding of mathematical computations, percentages, and geometry.

Education, Experience, Licenses, and Certifications

• 2 years of estimating experience or a bachelor’s degree.

• Knowledge of construction practices and procedures.

• Working knowledge of estimating software, such as HCSS, Bid2Win, or similar.

• Proficient in O365 and Adobe Acrobat.

• Experience with utilities, storm piping, and FDOT specifications preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in construction related field preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Quality Enterprises USA, Inc. (QE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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