Estimator (VA, Portsmouth)

JOB TITLE: Estimator

REPORTS TO: Estimating Manager

SUMMARY

Forecasts labor and material costs for all projects based on analyses of project specifications, pricing schedules, and historical data.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Gathers details and compiles data to estimate all production costs according to specifications


• Reviews blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to formulate cost estimates


• Considers raw materials, labor, equipment, tools, and transportation for estimates


• Helps determine necessary resources for projects based on cost estimates and budgetary constraints


• Reviews estimates as requested and analyzes established standards for cost reductions

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

No formal supervisory responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the industry


• Knowledge of production management, logistics, and supply chain concepts and methodologies


• Proficient with MicroSoft Office suite of products and associated software applications


• Excellent analytical and organizational skills


• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions


• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• May require a bachelor's degree in a related field


• 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area strongly preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Most work performed remotely under pressured, fast-paced conditions; frequently requires overtime


• May require some travel


• Minimal exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, dusty conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, hazardous machinery, heights

EQUIPMENT USED

• Computer, telephone, fax machine, copy machine, adding machine, scanner

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

• May be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions