Junior Estimator

Reports to: Chief Estimator/V.P. of Operations

 

Job Summary

This position provides assistance to the Chief Estimator. Responsibilities include sending invitations to Subcontractors, getting adequate prices, assuming coverage for plans, inputting descriptions on invitations, preparation of spreadsheets and proposals for projects, tracking down information, and ordering items for projects. This individual works with in a general outline of duties to be preformed, Liaison between owner and NuJak as needed.

 

Key Responsibilities

1.      Send out bid invitations, get quotes for services.

2.      Upload new projects to Blue Book, CMD, Dodge and Construction Journal requesting subcontractor and supplier bids.

3.      Work with Contract Administrators to keep a current record of all Subcontractors’ information.

4.      Do material and quantity takeoffs as requested by Chief Estimator.

5.      Prepare spreadsheets and proposals for projects.

6.      Works with the Chief Estimator to send out bid invitations to Subcontractors of the Owners preference.

7.      Maintain and keep organized plan files in plans room.

8.      Maintain an up-to-date file or library of material suppliers, current labor laws, equipment rental rates, and qualified subcontractors by category.

9.      Forward all new bidder information to Contract Administrators for integration into NuJak approved vendor database.

10. Assist in developing relationships with vendors, suppliers and customers to expand business.

11. Attend preconstruction meetings.

12. Maintain and keep organized plan files in plans room.

13. Supervise and assist in the preparation of bids and proposals.

14. Prepare special reports requested by the Executive team.

15. Maintain a log of Bid comparisons with competitors for future review by Executive team. Bid comparisons shall be kept in a 3 ring binder for review as needed.

16. Maintain record of all detailed quantity and unit price proposals received for future use in taking off a potential project. 

17. Have thorough knowledge of company procedures manual.

Minimum Requirements

1.      An ability to thoroughly understand and follow plans and specifications in the construction of project.

2.      Sufficient knowledge of construction techniques and the imagination to derive the most efficient method of completing a task.

3.      Thorough knowledge of quantity and material takeoffs, including ability to maintain backup sheets and historical data.

  1. Experience in developing project scope and request for proposal/bid.

5.      Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications for projects typically performed by NuJak.

6.      Must be organized and self directed.

7.      Be willing to work in a fast paced, high-pressure environment with a positive attitude.

8.      Computer literacy with Microsoft Word, Excel and construction estimating programs.

9.      Ability to exhibit flexibility and successfully work as part of a team.

 

Salary & Benefits

1.       Competitive salary with bonus potential.

2.       Paid holidays and vacation.

3.       Medical Healthcare Insurance available

4.       Salary Negotiable

 

Reply to Lee Brunson, Vice-President of Operations:  LBrunson@NuJak.com