Position Summary:
The Estimator position will use drawings and renders to identify the items needing to be bid on while collaborating with the team to determine how these items will be built. Additionally, the Estimator will compose an estimate of time and materials for internal review, create a client quote based on estimates, and maintain communication with client through the bidding process. Furthermore, this position will include tracking and managing change orders and help communicate estimated expectations to the team. Travel duration and frequency may vary depending on project demands and business needs.
Reporting Relationship:
The Estimator will report to the General Manager.
What does this job entail?
- Provide excellent communication to team members.
- Estimating time and materials for internal reviews.
- Creating client quotes based on estimates.
- Maintaining communication with client through the bidding process.
- Being a team player.
- Having a positive professional demeanor at all times.
- Handling work stress effectively.
- Excellent time management skills to work on and keep track of multiple projects simultaneously.
- Some travel required.
- Other duties as assigned.
What are the minimum requirements?
- 2-5 years of related experience.
- Knowledge of custom fabrication/construction with hands-on experience.
- Formal accredited education preferred.
- Experience using a variety of materials including aluminum, wood, wood substrates, urethanes, epoxy, fiberglass, acrylic, vinyl, paints, and other materials.
- Required travel to jobsites with overnight stays possible.
- Thorough understanding of tools and techniques.
- Ability to read and understand construction plans.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
What are the physical demands of the job?
- Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time on a daily basis.
- Must be able to kneel, bend, stoop, push/pull, crouch, and balance for lengthy periods of time on a daily basis.
- Must be able to lift and carry in excess of 75 pounds.
- Must be able to use hands for grasping and fine manipulation.
- Must be able to read, write and speak with a positive attitude and the ability to recall, remember, and work well under stress for prolonged periods of time on a daily basis.
What skills will be valuable?
- Ability and knowledge of custom fabrication/construction with hands-on experience.
- Experience using a variety of materials.
- Understanding of tools and fabrication techniques.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and estimator software.
- Must be able to read and understand project plans and documents.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Has good common sense and the ability to problem solve.
- Able to follow instructions.
- Strong commitment to attendance and punctuality.
- A good team player.
What do we offer?
Xperience Construction is an equal opportunity employer. Xperience Construction offers competitive salaries and benefit packages that include medical, dental and vision health insurance, long-term and short-term disability, 401K with company matching, PTO, nine paid holidays and Sam’s club membership. The company covers the cost of airline travel and car rental when required, offers daily per-diem when travelling and provides single room accommodation. The company works diligently to foster and maintain an excellent company culture.
About Xperience Construction:
Xperience Construction is a general contracting firm working nationwide, specializing in both new construction and renovation projects using a combination of strategic partnerships, sub-contractors, and self-performance. The company has completed projects for multiple churches including Prestonwood Baptist Church in Dallas, TX and Crossway Baptist Church in Springfield, MO as well as Bass Pro Shops, Evangel University, REMAX Realtors, Kansas City Skin & Cancer Center, Fervent Wealth Management, Ollis Akers & Arney and more. Xperience Construction is a Colligo Holdings Company.
Conditions of employment:
Successful candidate must pass all background checks.Frequent background checks are required at Client requests as well. Candidate must meet the physical demands of the job description as stated throughout the duration of holding the position with Xperience Construction.
