Construction Estimator

1 week ago

Midlothian, United States Old Dominion Group Full time

Old Dominion Insulation and Old Dominion Firestopping are looking for entry level Estimators to join our Preconstruction Team in Midlothian, VA.

Please note: These are onsite positions. No relocation assistance or remote work is available.

Job Summary: The Takeoff Engineer assists the estimating team with all aspects of the bidding process including estimating, start- up, running and close out of all projects. They review project documents and specifications, establish pricing for assigned projects, provide take-offs, manage customer and supplier information, review and updates project logs, and provide other critical support to the estimating team.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct pre-bid document review by reading and interpreting project specifications and documents
  • Use take-off software to generate quality project take-offs
  • Double check estimates
  • Create and maintain estimating and project logs with key deliverables and due dates
  • Request and verify quotes from suppliers and others to identify accurate costs in accordance with the scope of work
  • Track and update customer and supplier information, and manage local database
  • Assist and support estimators in the bid process
  • Deliver bids and other time sensitive documents, as needed, to the project owner and others
  • Review purchase orders and change orders, and costs changes
  • Communicate effectively with general contractors, owners, suppliers, and other customers and team members
  • Collect, analyze, and communicate information, data, and trends as needed by the estimating team for reporting purposes
  • Filing, organizing, scanning, and other administrative tasks
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Applied Science, Engineering or related field, or an equivalent combination of academic and work experience in the construction industry.
  • Working knowledge of commercial construction processes and costs
  • Ability to read, understand, and navigate construction blueprints, plans, and project specifications
  • Ability to multi-task, meet strict deadlines, and manage time and priorities effectively
  • Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
  • Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, vendors, clients, and other trade partners
  • Strong math and analytical skills
  • Highly organized and detail-orientated
  • Team-oriented
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other computer applications
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience reading and interpreting plans and specifications
  • Previous experience using onscreen take-off software (e.g., Bluebeam)
Physical Requirements include but are not limited to the following:
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Able to walk, sit, stand, bend, kneel, stretch, squat and climb
  • Able to travel to jobsites, meetings, and other destinations as needed
  • Able to see, talk and hear in person, via phone and/or through online/video
  • Able to use hands and fingers in a manner that allows for use of a keyboard and phone.
  • Able to lift & carry items up to 15 lbs


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