Concrete Estimator

2 weeks ago


Haverhill, Massachusetts, United States Jobot Full time
About the Job

We are seeking a seasoned Concrete Estimator to join our dynamic construction team at Jobot. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for accurately estimating the cost of concrete materials, labor, and equipment for commercial, residential, multifamily, and production homes projects.

Responsibilities
  • Estimating: Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services.
  • Client Consultation: Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
  • Vendor Selection: Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors.
  • Material and Labor Review: Review material and labor requirements to decide whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase components.
  • Project Monitoring: Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project.
  • Collaboration: Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.
  • Cost Reduction: Conduct special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or to effect cost reduction.
Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in concrete estimating for commercial, residential, multifamily, and production homes projects.
  • Skills: Proficient in cost estimating software and tools, strong understanding of construction processes and principles, specifically relating to concrete materials and structures, excellent analytical and mathematical abilities, exceptional communication and negotiation skills, ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and plans, strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.