What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator- Underground Utilities position at M5 Utilities?
Job Summary:
The Estimator will develop relationships, prioritize bid requests, and prepare competitive bid proposals to maintain the company workload requirements.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Review bid documents, communicate with suppliers, and prepare competitive bid packages to meet company workload goals.
- Review construction plans, communicate with Clients and Engineers to execute a set plan to exceed customer expectations.
- Meets and collaborates with clients, engineers, and other staff to understand the estimates and project requirements being developed.
- Drafts cost estimates for projects based on data analysis and research; distributes reports to engineers, contractors, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Prepares reports from past production data and make recommendations based on findings.
- Identifies the pricing structure required for projects to sell at identified profit goals.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Extensive knowledge of cost accounting principles.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to create forecasts based on financial data.
- Proficient with estimating and accounting software.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
- Two years of underground utility construction estimating experience required.
- Two years of field construction or project management experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.