Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Stevens Engineers & Constructors has an excellent opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated  Industrial Construction Estimator  to join our Cleveland Operations Team, based out of the Middleburg, Hts., Ohio office. The ideal candidate will have estimating experience for industrial construction projects in the steel, chemical, power, and gas & oil markets for the purpose of bidding on projects or negotiating  contracts to perform the construction work. The  Industrial Construction Estimator  position is responsible for creating accurate and  complete estimates, based on both conceptual design ideas and complete design documents.

The ideal candidate will also have a client focus approach and will work well independently and as part of the project team.

tevens offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with an excellent benefit package. This is a perfect career  opportunity to join an experienced group of professionals that are committed to providing our customers quality results.

 

Key Responsibilities

Develops scope for bid packages after reading, reviewing, and studying construction documents (specifications, plans, addendums, RFIs) for the purpose of understanding the design intent and constructability of the project.

Prepares estimates with the proper level of detail for all design stages: Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development and  Construction Documents.

Assists with maintaining the estimating cost data base to ensure costs are up to date.

Consults with clients, project team members, subcontractors, and material suppliers to discuss and formulate estimates, effect cost  reductions, and resolve issues.

Studies specifications to assist the operations team in planning procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and  staffing requirements for each phase of construction.

Researches construction documents and analyzes specifications to determine estimated costs.

Works with the operations team throughout the preconstruction process in reviewing plans and specifications for constructability issues and  determining general requirements on the project.

Reviews design documents for proper information to receive accurate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, generates acceptable value engineering ideas, and prepares life-cycle costing.

Prepares quantity take-offs and estimates costs of materials, labor, and use of equipment required to fulfill all provisions of the contract.

Understands how to create proper bid packages and works with the design team on the information required in each package to assure  complete bids and giving the field team the right information needed to start construction or maintain the project schedule.

Reviews subcontractor and supplier bids for conformity to contract requirements and determines acceptable bids.

Presents and explains project budgets to clients, designers, and operations teams.

Maintains files of working documents as backup for the estimate, including current information on prices from suppliers through direct contact,sales brochures, price lists, etc.

Supports other estimating unit personnel as needed, which would include but not limited to assistance with computer work and preparation of one or more discipline estimates.

Researches, negotiates and prepares purchase orders and subcontracts for awarded projects, including obtaining the necessary insurance  requirements.

Prepares internal job setup documentation, including Award of Contract form, code of accounts, quantity sheet and copy estimate file.

Participates in pre-job meeting with project management personnel.

 

Skill Factors

Bachelor’s Degree with major coursework in Construction Science, Building Science or Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Five (5) years of professional experience in the construction industry, with three (3) years of experience in industrial construction estimating.

Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Access, and construction / project management software packages (i.e.,  InEight, Primavera P6, and Viewpoint).

Ability to think analytically; demonstrate effective time management skills; ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task in                           fast-paced environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to understand and communicate basic construction concepts.

Exhibit strong Interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with accuracy and precise attention to detail.

Ability to build solid working relationships with team members, vendors, and customers.

Demonstrate a strong work ethic - results driven.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stevens Engineers & Constructors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran  status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

We are a drug-free workplace that places Safety First!

Company Description

EXPERIENCE COMMITMENT QUALITY

STEVENS Engineers & Constructors is a team of dedicated professionals supported by trained and experienced craftsman.

The Industrial Construction and Engineering industry is built and delivered on the foundation of transparency, honesty, and integrity our customers have come to expect.

STEVENS specializes in heavy rigging, civil concrete, earthwork, demolition and excavation. We also have expertise in the following: structural steel erection, mechanical equipment setting and alignment, construction management and plant maintenance, including shutdown and turnaround services.

As a sole-source provider of design/build services, we have effectively merged outstanding technical, engineering, construction and management expertise to better enable our clients, large and small, to overcome their most challenging project obstacles.

STEVENS is vested, start to finish, to ensure that our clients' projects are safe and successful.

Stevens Engineers & Constructors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace that places Safety First.

Company Description

EXPERIENCE COMMITMENT QUALITY\r\n\r\nSTEVENS Engineers & Constructors is a team of dedicated professionals supported by trained and experienced craftsman.\r\n\r\nThe Industrial Construction and Engineering industry is built and delivered on the foundation of transparency, honesty, and integrity our customers have come to expect.\r\n\r\nSTEVENS specializes in heavy rigging, civil concrete, earthwork, demolition and excavation. We also have expertise in the following: structural steel erection, mechanical equipment setting and alignment, construction management and plant maintenance, including shutdown and turnaround services.\r\n\r\nAs a sole-source provider of design/build services, we have effectively merged outstanding technical, engineering, construction and management expertise to better enable our clients, large and small, to overcome their most challenging project obstacles.\r\n\r\nSTEVENS is vested, start to finish, to ensure that our clients' projects are safe and successful.\r\n\r\nStevens Engineers & Constructors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category. \r\n\r\nWe are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace that places Safety First.

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