Project Engineer / Estimator

Project Engineer / Estimator

Department : Construction

Job Status : Full Time

FLSA Status : Exempt

Reports To : VP of Construction Operations

Grade / Level :  4 year degree in comparable studies, field experience also preferred

Travel Required : Yes, as needed per project

Work Schedule : Various

A growing construction company has a full-time position available for an Project Engineer / Estimator to get bids from subcontractors and vendors using company technology and on-line bid platform. You will contact trades, vendors etc. and work up scopes of work and enter information into project software system. You will manage an online bid platform.

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Project Engineer / Estimator works closely with the Project Management / Estimating team to ensure success as it relates to all estimating assignments associated with vendor RFQ (Request for Quote) responses and estimating. This person will assist senior estimators / PMs in obtaining the necessary information in order to generate and send quotes to customers in a timely fashion.

Essential Functions :

• Prepare quotes by gathering necessary information from senior estimator(s) / PMs.
• Prepare RFQ package to be estimated by gathering related specifications from customer and related documents.
• Resolves discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Draft and email clear quotes including accurate details needed to receive pricing from capable suppliers.
• Effectively communicate with suppliers, customers, and co-workers to obtain information necessary to complete pre-quoting tasks both via e-mail and / or over the phone. Maintain communication on status of all quotes.
• Identify material and time requirements by communicating with estimating team and customer.
• Send completed quotations via email to customers by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information.
• Maintain RFQ files by converting, organizing, and saving information according to company’s electronic system.
• Knowledge of Company’s capacity, capabilities, possibilities and / or limitations of our processes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of trends / technology of the industry.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results while maintaining a positive and professional company image.

Position Qualifications :

Requirements :

Computer Skills :

Work Environment :

Various construction projects using a variety of construction systems, in different environments and regional area. Work will consist of, but not be limited to general and specialized construction including new construction, interior / exterior renovations / rehabilitations, tenant improvements and system upgrades.

Outside the Box, LLC adheres to the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.  All applicants who are offered a job with the company will be tested for drugs as part of the post job offer, pre-employment screening process.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands :

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be worn as part of the safety precautions, when visiting construction sites. Work may involve climbing to elevated locations, going into trenches, confined spaces, environments with extreme temperatures, irregular walking surfaces, and a wide range of potential construction hazards.

Physical Demands

Lift / Carry :

Push / Pull :

12 lbs or less - F (Frequently)

13-25 lbs -F (Frequently)

26-40 lbs -O (Occasionally)

41-100 lbs -O (Occasionally)

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs / day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs / day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs / day)

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

About Outside The Box :

Outside The Box, LLC is a General Contractor specializing in construction and renovation work for the federal government. We are planning for progressive growth over the next several years, and are looking for ambitious, high-caliber professionals to grow with our company. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated, highly responsible person with outstanding organizational and communication skills who can grow with the company.