Estimator

Job description · Prepares estimates by gathering architectural plans, specifications and related documents for new plans and all lot specific starts from the current start schedule. · Presents prepared estimate(s) utilizing Plan Swift Professional Software, Auto Cad, Master Project or other software by assembling plan specific trade type takeoffs and master plan takeoffs. · Prepares special reports utilizing the Plan Swift Professional Software Report Designer and/or Excel templates by Trade Type. · Maintain the database for base, elevation and option takeoffs/estimates in Master Project or on SharePoint. · Updates Plan Takeoffs when ARM’s / PMR’s are released and provides quantity adjustments to divisions. · Work with trade partners, vendors, architectural services and production department to reconcile discrepancies in take-offs. · Create and Update Templates within Plan swift for Corporate and Division use. Collaborates with Architecture in controlling costs on prototype design. · Train Division Estimators and Corporate Junior Estimators. Assist Divisions in Estimating on Trade Types as needed. · Documents process of estimating trade types and updates Estimating Manual as needed. · Assist field operations in material overages / shortages · Review variance purchase orders assigned to V12 (New star system) for approval. · Conduct field audits to validate product quantities to reduce variances. · Prepare Estimating tracking and reporting tools and schedule regular meetings to facilitate managing the estimating workload. · Prepare takeoff estimates for all trade types for the division purchasing teams to utilize in their negotiation with trade partners. · Attend Manufacturer and Subcontractor meetings and prepare/distribute meeting notes internally and externally. · Schedule and attend any additional estimating classes for Plan swift and/or additional estimating software (i.e. Pipeline) with Operations Manager - Estimating. · Schedule and attend training sessions for internal Estimating Department · Complete all other duties as assigned by manager. Required Education / Experience 1) Bachelor’s Degree Required 2) Experience in reading blueprint is highly recommend 3) Must have minimum 2 – 5 year’s experience in Construction / Stone industry. Required Skills 1) Competency in Microsoft Office suite. 2) Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD 3) Knowledge of Plan Swift, Blue Beam REVU RFMS Measure etc. will be Must. 4) Ability to read blueprints / drawings received from customers. 5) Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously. 6) Ability to interpret specification sheets from architects and designers. 7) Strong communication skills ( verbal and written ) 8) Natural details orientation 9) Solid understanding of importance of accuracy and precision in work 10) Ability to meet deadline consistently.