Assistant Estimator

The Assistant Estimator provides support to Estimators in quantity of take-off, estimating software, reading plans and specs and bidding.

Job Duties

• Perform quantity take-off for Earthwork, Sediment & Erosion Control, Storm Water Management, Storm Drain and Paving.
• Utilize HCSS and Agtek.
• Review plans and specifications for take-off purposes.
• Create HCSS bid items, enter quantities, validate and provide reports to estimators.
• Keep Estimators apprised of problems/concerns; review vendor/subcontractor quotes and enter pricing information.
• Solicit vendors for material quotes and subcontractors for job pricing.
• Review vendor quotes and order materials.
• Review approved plans looking for changes from the Bid set.
• Provide the Estimating/Operations/Accounting Liaison with Vendor quotes.
• Review Code Sheet for quantities, arrange for fabrication and delivery of materials.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma with strong math and science classes
• Associate’s or Bachelors’ degrees in business, civil engineering, math preferred. Relevant experience can be substituted for degree.
• Must be PC proficient in MS Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Experience with Viewpoint Construction Software or another ERP system a plus.
• Knowledge of road and site construction industry a plus.
• Solid math and science skills.
• Prefer ability to read blue prints