Construction Takeoff Estimator
3 months ago
Description
Position at Thompson Pipe Group - Los AngelesWho We Are
Thompson Pipe Group is a privately held family business of engineers, contractors, and manufacturers based in Rialto, California. From the humble beginnings, we built a family of products to meet the needs of all kinds of infrastructure. Each generation of products is better than the previous.
Thompson Pipe Group is now the largest and most diverse drainage, sanitary, pressure and trench-less pipe provider, with manufacturing locations across the country and serving not just the US, but all of North America. Please visit our website at
What We Offer Top-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Life and Supplement Life Company Matched 401K Retirement Plan Paid Holidays Fun Events Training and Development Employee Discounts Career OpportunityThompson Pipe Group is currently looking for an Estimator
TheEstimatoris responsible for bid preparation and submittal in pursuit of projects related to the manufacturing and supplying of precast pipe, box culverts, manholes, and structures. The Estimator should be experienced in the full-cycle estimating process to bid projects.
Key Results Areas:
Accountable for the performance of the estimating tasks; Ensure estimating activities align with organizational priorities; Establish and improve estimating procedures supporting the estimating and proposal cycle. Develop, maintain, and grow knowledge base for estimating within the industry; Ensure estimates are accurate and account for all requirements and specifications while complying with industry, regulatory, and contractual requirements. Effective collaboration with Sales, Engineering, and Project Coordination; Proactively engage sales team to identify market strategy and prepare estimating strategy to support; Involve project coordination and plant operations management when contract and technical expertise is needed for bid preparation.Responsibilities:
Prepare or assist in the preparation of cost estimates for standard and special products on all projects bid. Maintain or assist in the maintenance of current cost information on materials, supplies, and services purchased. Through regular contact with the Engineering and Production Functions be knowledgeable of current design and fabrication techniques which affect pipe or fittings costs. Revise or assist in revising estimating procedures to reflect accurate costs. Assist other functions on request by preparing cost analysis of alternate design, procedural, or production methods that affect products in the marketplace.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
High level knowledge, skills, and ability in the estimating for proposals of manufactured steel and concrete pipe. Experience with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Experience with discipline-specific industry standards. Ability to produce accurate estimates from conceptual and schematic drawings. Ability to produce detailed, final contract estimates. Ability to assess site exposures/construction risks and be able to appropriately analyze cost and reflect these in an estimate. Ability to identify constructability issues through the estimating process. Ability to identify value-engineering alternatives.Desired Qualifications
Experience in a strong business, construction management, and delivery methodologies background.
Mental Requirements
CompetenciesTo perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.
Problem Solving and Innovation: Works well alone and in groups to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Meets challenges with resourcefulness and generates suggestions for improving work; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Organizational Support: Follows all policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Planning/Organizing: Uses time efficiently; sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans; Completes administrative duties to facilitate accounting, payroll, and HR departments; Collaborates with Company management on special projects involving construction methods and processes to improve the safety, quality, and efficiency of the organization; Efficiently delegates, organizes or schedules personnel and their tasks. Communication: Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; participates in meetings and demonstrates group discussion skills; Writes clearly and informatively; Reads and interprets written information effectively; Presents numerical data effectively. Self-Management: Assess own strengths and weaknesses; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Seeks increased responsibilities and volunteers readily; Shares expertise with others; Asks for and offers help when needed. Attendance/Dependability/Flexibility: Consistently at work and meetings on time; Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to assigned hours of work to reach goals; Follows manager’s directions; Keeps commitments and completes tasks on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Deals effectively with frequent delays, unexpected events and changes in/or approaches/methods to best fit the situation. Quality/Cost Management: Meets productivity standards and completes work in timely manner; Looks for ways to improve and promote safety and quality; Monitors own work to ensure quality, accuracy and thoroughness; conserves organizational resources. Leadership: Fosters and upholds Company values, quality, integrity, and ethics; Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Gives appropriate recognition to others; Sets and achieves goals; Provides regular performance feedback and supports employee efforts to succeed. Interpersonal Skills/Professionalism: Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Keeps emotions under control; Reacts well under pressure; Interacts with managers and peers in a professional manner. Teamwork: Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Treats fellow employees with respect; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Shows respect and sensitivity for others; Includes employees in planning, decision making, and process improvement.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. No Sponsorships available at this time.
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