Construction Estimator

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Position range in Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area $58k - $96k Per Year

Construction Estimator

All American Barricades

Occupation: Cost Estimators

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL - 33317

Positions available: 1

Job #: 545b03221

Source: ZipRecruiter

Posted: 7/18/2025

Delivery Method: ZipRecruiter

Web Site: www.ziprecruiter.com

Job Type: Full Time (30 Hours or More)

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Job Purpose:

As an estimator, your main responsibility will be to estimate work of particular projects by gathering proposals, Engineering drawings, specifications, and related documents. The Estimator position will work closely with VP of Operations and CEO to determine the costs associated with completing the scope of work in a tender. This position is responsible for completing quantity take-offs, preparing cost estimates, organizing bid, communicating with sub trades to determine the financial needs of completing a project.

Job Duties:

Understand scope of work to be bid. Prepares work to be estimated by gathering proposals, MOT plans, Engineering drawings, specifications, and related documentsIdentify labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, Plans, specifications, and related documentsComputes costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirementsResolves discrepancies by collecting and analyzing informationPresents prepared estimate by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive informationPrepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trendsMaintains cost data base by entering and backing up dataStrong understanding of the traffic control safety/construction processEstablish and maintain working relationships with vendors and subcontractorsContributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as neededAble to multi task and meet strict deadlinesCreate and Change Order Company reserves the rights to add or change duties at any time

Job Qualifications:

1-2 year experience in the traffic control safety/construction estimating industry (preferred)Proficient in Microsoft, tracking and upkeep of spreadsheets, general computer use, ability and interest to learn new managing tracking softwareFamiliarity with traffic control safety/construction methods Able to read MOT plans, contracts and develop cost estimatesEffective communication skills including verbal, written and presentations skills (English and Spanish (preferred))Proven ability to work effectively both independently and in a team based environmentDemonstrate willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing prioritiesStrong multi-tasking, interpersonal and organizational skills

Physical Requirements/ Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear, both in person and by telephone. Requires lifting and carrying of up to 50lb or more.Requires using hands to handle, control or lift objects with a strong grip

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