Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to join our team. The candidate will be responsible for estimating commercial and industrial projects, accumulating labor history, and maintaining updated labor data sheets. This role involves preparing pricing for internal labor, materials, and outsourced job costs, as well as obtaining price quotes from approved vendors.
ResponsibilitiesAccumulate labor history and maintain updated labor data sheets based on historical information.Identify and gather information on labor, material, and time by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents.Prepare pricing to include internal labor, materials, and other outsourced job costs.Obtain price quotes from approved outside vendors.Complete timely and accurate estimates from floor plans, sketches, models, renderings, and descriptions.Maintain documentation to support the projected cost of the project.Maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors.Prepare commercial bid procedures for design-build and bid-spec projects.Review drawings, specifications, and owner requirements with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Salesmen.Prepare general conditions cost and coordinate with Project Managers to monitor all general conditions costs.Assist in preparing cover letters and bid proposals, including cost breakdowns, clarifications, scope, and exclusions.Respond to all subcontractor inquiries.Participate in start-up and closeout meetings.Assist Project Managers with scopes of work and pricing of owner and subcontract change orders.Essential SkillsConstruction estimatingBlueprint readingCommercial constructionPreconstructionEstimationAdditional Skills & QualificationsBachelor's or Associate's Degree in Construction Management or equivalent years' experience3+ years of commercial or industrial estimating experienceWork Environment
On-site with individual offices. The majority of projects are within NE Wisconsin, offering a variety of work experiences.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Wrightstown,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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