Geotex Construction Services, Inc. an Employee-Owned Company is seeking an experienced estimator to join our team. Geotex is a site development contractor serving Columbus and the surrounding area. We specialize in earthmoving, grading, underground utilities, and demolition for a wide range of projects.
Responsibilities
· Review of project plans, specification and contract documents to establish scope of work and quantity takeoffs to establish total project costs
· Solicit quotes from subcontractors and vendors
· Attend scope meetings related to project
· Preparation of estimates for each phase of the design/build or budget process as well as for negotiated or competitive bids.
· Contribute to value engineering options to customers and owners to establish project value
· Maintain positive relationships with customers
· Collaborate with Project Manager during pre-bid and post-bid process regarding schedule, strategy, and buyout.
· Complete quantity surveys and takeoffs of work
· Prepares and executes estimates for proposed change orders
· Verifies licensing and any additional requirements
Qualifications
· 2+ years’ experience estimating with sitework/ utilities
· Background of technical skills and understanding of excavation methods, contracts, and blueprints
· Ability to build and maintain a positive working relationship with staff, vendors, and clients.
· Estimating Software experience or exposure preferred
· Exceptional time management and customer relation skills
· High attention to detail
· Microsoft Office proficiency
· Knowledge of terminology within the work area
Strong Communication skills
Possess a high regard for safety in the workplace
Team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
Current/Valid driving record
Geotex Construction Services offers the following Benefits:
- ESOP- Employee-Owned Company
- Competitive Pay (based on experience) with paid vacation and holidays
- Company sponsored health/dental/vision/life insurance, 401k, and short term disability
- Discretionary bonus, 401K match and ESOP participation
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace
- You can learn a little more about us and contact us on our website at www.geotexcs.com.
