Estimator Level II

Company Overview

Headquartered in Bensalem, PA and founded in 1999, EDA Contractors holds an extensive portfolio of experience related to the exterior envelope of commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. EDA achieves excellence by integrating design knowledge, continuous training, and accountability into every facet of the company.

EDA provides a wide range of comprehensive services: Air & Vapor Barriers, Green Roof Systems, Masonry, Glazing, Repair & Maintenance, Roofing & Sheetmetal, Siding & Wall Panels, Slate & Cooper Roofing, and Waterproofing.

EDA is a growth and customer-oriented organization. We are proud to foster a workplace culture that has been recognized with several Top Workplace awards.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated individual looking to join an exciting and diverse team of estimators. This is a tremendous opportunity for an individual who wants to join a specialty contractor that performs work on many of the largest construction projects in the Northeast. The candidate must have experience in blueprint take-offs utilizing computer based estimating programs such as On Center Software or equal. The candidate must be good with numbers and have excellent spatial reasoning abilities. Position also requires customer interaction at a very high level. Good customer service and customer support will be needed to be successful in this position.

This opportunity will be based out of our Bensalem, PA location.

Job Responsibilities

Read and understand Architectural, MEP and Structural Drawings.
Provide detailed take off for Quantities & scope of work as shown on construction drawings.
Prepare accurate estimates Using excel spreadsheets and the data collected from the takeoffs.
Prepare professional Bid proposals to Present to Customers.
Follow up with all the proposals to close the deal with the Clients and General Contractors.
Review the Final Contract Document once the job is awarded.
Conduct a startup meeting in presence of the Project Management team to Handoff the Estimate and Schedule of the awarded job for operations.
Interact with operations staff at all levels to get feedback on Projects.
Work with sales representatives and technical specialists to understand the costs and constructability of work.
Monitor Job Costs.
Be willing and able to work within a team concept structure of sharing and learning.
Develop and build professional relationships with client Construction Managers, Building Owners and Developers).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience range: 2 to 4 years in estimating for at least one or two trades.
Must have knowledge of production and labor calculation of the specific trade. (Wall panel system, Roofing, Masonry, Glazing and Historic Restoration).
Must have knowledge of the trade specific construction logistics, means and methods.
Should be familiar with trade specific applications/assemblies such as Wall panel system, roofing applications, Masonry Etc.
Must have the knowledge to read specifications and other contract documents. Should become proficient to have knowledge of certain contract terms such as damages, surety, insurance, cap etc.
Must be proficient with other tools used in the estimating process, including checklists, Handover documents, RFI and proposal letters etc.
Must be proficient to submit a Bid which is prepared by using the excel spreadsheet and formulas commonly used to give us the Labor and material Costs inclusive of taxes and transport charges.
Must be familiar with CSI divisions and specification language.
Must be familiar with construction/contract terms such as RFI, Descope, Scope of work, Logistics, Liquidated/consequential damages, Close-out etc.
Must be familiar with and follow EDA estimating best practice process and procedure.
Must be good and consistent in customer relationship. Should represent EDA in professional manner.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Paid time off
Health insurance with medical, dental and vision
401K eligible after 2 months, company matching at 4% after one (1) year of employment
Performance based merit increase
Tuition Assistance
Companywide events

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This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

EDA Contractors is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.

For more information about EDA, please visit our website at www.edacontractors.com