Estimating Specialist I

    ABOUT THE JOB: Efficiently and accurately generate takeoffs of project plans, and inputs necessary data into software programs to create quotes. Analyzes blueprints, specifications, proposals and other documentation as needed when completing quotes     ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Assesses all costs - material and labor - for potential construction projects. Assist with creating estimates and cost or expenditure statements for use in future project consideration. Consults with Sales and provides Sales with detailed scopes of work for competitive bids. Develop multiple estimates for a variety of materials in a typical construction project Able to read and understand construction blue prints Translate blue prints to quote/estimate for project Know pricing structure of company and use Best Management Practice to win bids Assist with project work as directed by Department Manager Comply with all Geneva Pipe and Precast/NWP policies, procedures and guidelines Regular, reliable and predictable attendance is necessary in order to perform the essential functions of this position         KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES: Strong administrative and organizational skills with an attention to detail Ability to work effectively as a team member, establish and maintain cooperative working relationships Ability to self-manage Possess strong analytical skills Possess a positive attitude and a strong work ethic Understands precast process and production capabilities of plants     EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High school, College, certifications or equivalent 1 year experience in a construction office environment Proficient in Microsoft Office Excellent verbal and written communication skills Able to read, write and speak in English language Must have a proficient understanding of civil engineering and surveying terms and methods     SUPERVISION RECEIVED Close Supervision: The incumbent is assigned duties according to specified procedures and receives detailed instructions. Work is checked frequently        Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be meet by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Project timelines and work volume / deadlines may often require working outside of standard office hours, weekend, or evening work. Regular, reliable and predictable attendance is necessary in order to perform the essential functions of this position.    Physical Activity  Over 2/3 of the time Standing/Sit: Remaining upright in a stationary position, particularly for sustained periods. Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling to complete computer work.   Up to 2/3 of the time: Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to others accurately. Communicating: Expressing or exchanging ideas and information accurately, in written or diagram form. Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers such as typing on a keyboard Walking: Moving about to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. Traveling throughout a 1-00-acre facility with dirt roads and uneven ground. Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound. Less than 1/3 of the time: Reaching: Grabbing things from a distance above or from the side.   Physical Requirements Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force to constantly lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, including the human body.   Visual Acuity The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and visual inspection involving small defects at distances close to the eyes. For up to 2/3 of the amount of time, the worker is required to have close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less). For less than 1/3 of the amount of time, the worker is required to have color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).   Weather Conditions The worker is subject to both environmental conditions: activities occur inside and outside.   Noise Levels Over 2/3 of the time Quiet conditions (examples: library, private office) Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic) Less than 1/3 of the time: Loud noise (examples: manufacturing departments, large forklifts)