Estimator

• Lead and coordinate preparation of budget estimates from site visits, conceptual information, and hard bids
• Develop bid strategies and general trade estimates
• Own estimates from inception through completion
• Provide support services during construction phases
• Interpret project blueprints, conceptual drawings, bidding specifications, scope descriptions, contracts, and related documents
• Prepare estimates, proposals, cost information, and schedules
• Operate computerized bidding systems
• Respond to bid requests, estimates, and proposals promptly and professionally
• Determine project duration and dollar value, and review budgets before submission
• Review subcontractor lists and monitor bid solicitation progress and subcontractor coverage on bid day
• Lead project turnover meetings and provide project teams with background information
• Attend pre-bid meetings
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor bids for completeness
• Develop subcontractor lists for bid solicitation
• Manage the entire bid process from inception to submission
• Coordinate with Accounting, Operations, Human Resources, and other supporting work groups
• Report to the Chief Estimator and work with an Estimating Coordinator

Estimator jobs in Brazil

Senior Estimator