JKB Is Now Hiring Project Estimators

New position just posted at Jerry Kachel Builder! 

We are currently looking for highly motivated, self-starting and driven project estimators who want to join a nationally recognized and growing Commercial General Contractor.

Project Estimators are in charge of all aspects of the bidding process from start to project completion as well as working with Project Managers during the construction phase.

Bidding Process:

  • Read, understand plans, and bid documents

  • Review and comprehend Instructions to Bidders

  • Understanding of Bonding Requirements

  • Research and understanding of Tax Requirements

  • Construction estimate take offs (Concrete, Framing Packages, etc…)

  • Construction duration and post turn requirements

  • Determining the required trades needed for a project

  • Attend, coordinate, and provide feedback for pre-bid meetings and/or conference calls

  • Subcontractor solicitations and invitation to bid

  • Project setup

  • Maintain a progressive vendor base by region for future bid opportunities

  • Requests for Information

  • Qualify bids received

  • Schedule meetings to communicate directly to the project team

  • Produce a complete and accurate bid for final review with the Estimating Department Manager

Experience/Requirements:

  • 5 years in Commercial Construction preferred.

  • Proficient in Excel/Word/PDF/Plan Hub

  • Site Digitizing preferred

  • Proficient in Construction Take Offs

  • Computer skills

  • Excellent communication skills verbally and written

  • Minimal travel

Helpful skills & willing to be trained in:

  • Procore

  • MS Projects

  • Smartsheets

 If you feel you meet these requirements, take initiative on your own and want to work in a Team Driven Atmosphere, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please visit our online application.

To learn about other career opportunities, please visit our careers page.

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