Estimator Associate

Estimator Associate

Department:Oil/Gas

Office:I-Star Energy - 613

Location:Wells, ME

Position Title: Estimator Associate

Reports to: Branch Manager

FLSA: Salaried, Exempt

Revision Date: 09/2023

Position Summary:

The Estimator Associate works directly with leaders in the specialty contracting industry to learn how to perform material takeoffs, prepare estimates and proposals, and otherwise assist the branch in their efforts to secure profitable work. The goal of the Associate role is to help new employees develop the skills they need to become a successful Estimator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Learn to interpret specifications and perform material take-offs from construction drawings

Participate in pre-award meetings to clarify scope, specifications, and job site conditions

Learn to summarize the takeoff and note job conditions that may affect labor productivity

Learn to solicit material and subcontract pricing from vendors to incorporate into the estimate

Learn to request bonds and bond pricing from the corporate office when needed

Learn to prepare cost estimates utilizing MIKE estimating software, field take-offs, or other software the company may choose to utilize

Learn to prepare material and application submittals when required by contract conditions, or when necessary to clear up ambiguous specifications or when otherwise desirable

Learn to prepare a project schedule when required by a specification or company policy

Upon award of the subcontract, assist in preparing the Material Requirements and Foreman's Work Order, attend preconstruction meetings with an experienced Estimator and otherwise support the hand-off to the construction team

Learn to assist Account Managers with job control setup and cost codes

Learn how to track & understand labor productivity, material costs, direct and indirect costs, taxes, and margin standards to ensure accurate estimates

Learn to work closely with the responsible Account Manager on the bids to ensure bid conditions and requirements will be met

Assist in maintaining customer and bid databases for assigned customers in Salesforce

Participate in the company's Continuous Improvement Process

Support the company's Environmental Health & Safety Program

Required Skills and Abilities:

Exhibit a spirit of cooperation and teamwork with all members of the organization

Ability to prioritize tasks and work under time constraints to meet deadlines

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

Strong math aptitude, in algebra and geometry skills

Ability to learn and follow applicable policies and procedures

Valid driver's license and the ability to travel within assigned territory as necessary

Required Education/Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent

Travel: Up to 10% overnight travel

The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.