Estimator - Lighting

2 months ago

West Palm Beach, United States The Weitz Company Contrack Watts, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:

Our Company views employees as our most valuable asset, and the key to our success. We are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves. Community involvement, employee empowerment, and strong relationships makes The Weitz Company a great place to work.

 

The Weitz Company is seeking a Lighting Estimator to work with our Preconstruction group and Supply Chain Division.  This position can be located out of any Weitz office and will support various projects nationwide.

 

This candidate is responsible for performing lighting take-offs, and working with our manufacturer's representative. This individual contributor will work closely with the leadership team to drive performance across all projects.

 

What You'll Do:

 

  • Develop a personal process to learn all aspects of a project (plans, specifications, reports, etc.) 
  • Read and develop an understanding of all technical plans, specifications and related documents.
  • Develop an understanding of the estimating software system and utilize company standards to produce reliable, complete, consistent, and well-documented quantity survey in a timely manner, as directed. 
  • Assist in the development of complete project quantities on incomplete plans and specifications, as directed.
  • Assist in conducting organized sub and vendor solicitation as directed. Accurately communicate the required scope of work. Ensure complete trade coverage is obtained and advise project lead of potential solicitation shortfalls.
  • Develop the ability to produce a scope of work for subcontractor solicitation. 
  • Develop an understanding of the process for maintaining a record set of estimating documents including all addenda, changes, and clarifications.
  • Utilize the established filing system to gather project information. 
  • Manage fixture package pricing from conceptual through purchase order
  • Creation of Project Procurement Plans to support Supply Chain activities for Weitz construction projects.
  • Preparing RFI/RFP packages, evaluating proposals and responses, performing commercial analysis and creating recommendations to award
  • Serving as the Supply Chain representative working with pre-construction and project managers in project specification and development
  • Negotiation of terms and conditions with suppliers
  • Analyze and track Supplier performance and develop reports to ensure compliance to contracted KPI’s
  • Presents to internal teams on metrics, project status and research
  • Coordinate with other supply chain professionals and business unit employees at all levels
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Business travel may be required

 

What We're Looking For:

 

  • Education: A Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Management, Business, Economics, Engineering or equivalent industry experience is preferred. 
  • Experience: A minimum of three (3) years' experience working with lighting and lighting design. Three to five years of procurement management experience in a commercial and/or industrial construction environment. Candidate must have experience collaborating with lighting agents. Candidate must have extensive knowledge of plan reading, take-offs, value engineering, product line pricing, and the bid process. 
  • Skills: A qualified candidate will demonstrate effective communication, attention to detail, judgment, initiative, time management, flexibility, problem solving, multi-tasking and the ability to maintain a pleasant and positive attitude, even in difficult situations, and possess comfort with ambiguity. Strong comprehension of how lighting integrates in a building by understanding where the various parts are placed, and how they will interact and coordinate with each other.
  • Technology: Proficiency in basic computer software programs such as Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.  Employee should have the ability to learn other specific software (JDE, Procore, etc.).

 

What We Offer: 

  • Competitive Pay
  • Rewarding Bonus Program
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
  • Employer-Paid Short and Long Term Disability Programs
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan With Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Fully Paid Parental Leave
  • Voluntary Products including Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
  • Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards


Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time. 


The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

 

The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.  


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