Estimator

PCI is seeking an experienced Estimator for its Washington, DC operations based in Ashburn, VA. This individual will be responsible for the following duties:

• Performing quantitative takeoffs on construction projects
• Establish labor productivities for estimate
• Maintain positive relationships with area vendors for competitive material and equipment pricing.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for work done outside of our self-performing group.
• Understand the market conditions, including the competitive approach, backlog, level or risk of work, and other factors that affect margin percentages.
• Be involved in the internal bid reviews with supervisors and project team.
• Participate in the customer alignment objectives of the branch by creating and maintaining positive customer relations.
• Contract administration for secured projects.
• Prepare wage and benefit schedules.
• Assist in the hand-off of secured projects to the Operations Team.
• Assist in other duties such as change order management or billings depending on the project(s).

Basic Requirements

• At least 3 years of estimating construction projects.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience with estimating mission critical, clean room/pharmaceutical, exterior facade/ metal panel scopes of construction.
• Strong ability to read, understand and interpret specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work
• Strong record of establishing and maintaining customer relationships.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• High level of attention to detail and cost analysis.
• Ability to accurately read schedules for sequencing and durations of applicable scopes of work.
• Proficiency with computer takeoff & estimating software such as On-Screen Takeoff and Quickbid.

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Science or Construction Management
• Experience with working with union representatives is preferred.
• OSHA Certification
• Local to metro Washington, DC area is preferred