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Job Description Produces accurate quantity and material take-offs by reviewing plans, specifications, and instructions for assigned areas for estimate preparation. Enters quantity take-offs and material unit pricings as applicable to project. Applies appropriate work breakdown structure (WBS). Coordinates estimate material pricing from vendors and other sources and develops pricing for basic project elements.
Contacts subcontractors and suppliers for outsource pricing. Contributes to the preparation of key estimating deliverables. Supports conceptual estimating efforts within the department, including development of basic models for review by senior personnel. Develops budgets and purchasing plans with minimal oversight from senior estimation staff.
Coordinates flow of documents during estimate preparation. Provides administrative logging of estimates. Performs additional duties as required. Skills & Abilities Possesses working knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing. Ability to read and comprehend drawings and specifications and identify missing elements during design development.