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Senior Estimator
3 months ago
The Korte Company is seeking a Senior Estimator to join our Preconstruction Services Department in
St. Louis, MO or Highland, IL.
This person will be responsible for providing conceptual and final estimates for our nationwide projects while attaining an appropriate profit margin. The ideal candidate will have a solid history in a similar position with documented successes.
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
Korte estimators are vital contributors to our business. Estimators perform valuable, important work and through exposure to many, different projects learn many facets of the construction field. The work is fast paced – estimators work on 10 to 15 projects per year.
Most of our projects are design-build giving our estimators the opportunity to apply problem solving and team building skills. Since we work all across the United States, our estimators gain exposure to different construction methods, local conditions and practices.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide strategy with project team to determine proposal approach.
Read and interpret project request for proposal documents and preliminary plans to determine detailed and comprehensive quantity surveys
Obtain accurate take off and pricing for all materials, labor and equipment
Perform conceptual estimating from preliminary project parameters
Prepare project cost analysis including all material, labor, equipment, subcontractor and overhead costs
Understand timelines and applicable project deadlines
Maintain current information on products, vendors, subcontractors and government requirements
Participate in preconstruction meetings
Travel to project sites to investigate field conditions and meet with local trade contractors
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The characteristics listed below are representative of those sought to perform this job successfully.
Degree in Construction Engineering or Construction Management
10+ years of experience in bidding commercial and industrial construction projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong knowledge of construction building methods
Strong analytical, problem solving, organization and time management skills
Professional in actions and appearance
Thorough and detail-oriented
Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
Effective interactions with project partners, subcontractors and vendors
Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
Strong computer skills
Experience with Destini-Estimator, Pantera and Bluebeam take off is preferred
ABOUT THE KORTE COMPANY
The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism, quality and value added services are fundamental to a successful company.
More than sixty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide.
Korte pursues construction projects from offices in St. Louis, MO, Highland, IL, and Las Vegas, NV.
This position is eligible for our competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k) and company paid holidays. Only fully qualified candidates should apply. No phone calls, direct mailings or drop-in inquiries allowed. The Korte Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer Affirmative Action M/F/Vet/Disability.
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