Senior Mechanical Estimator

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PALA Interstate, LLC

Leads a team of Estimators and/or Planners in preparing cost estimates and schedules for construction projects in order to aid management in bidding.

• Studies drawings, plans and specifications to get overall picture of work that needs to be done. Utilizes basic math skills including trigonometry to perform calculations.
• Performs “job walk” in order to see where the work is located in the field and to assess work environment.
• Compiles list of types of materials, tools or equipment needed.
• Compiles list of workers needed to man the job including each classification of worker and number of each classification needed.
• Utilizes basic knowledge of the different languages and functions of craftsmen, engineers, accounting representatives, safety personnel and attorneys in order to coordinate project.
• Gives job review/proposal to appropriate personnel.
• Plans sequence of work to be done in logical order utilizing personnel and equipment factors. Schedule of work to be done must be discussed with client and agreed upon.
• Computes overall cost estimates for materials, labor and subcontracted work, often utilizing an estimate book.
• Performs weekly/biweekly updates on all projects.
• Maintains constant effective verbal and written communication with all parties involved in each job.
• Utilizes basic computer knowledge to input information and issue reports.

• Ten years of field experience or degree in construction management/engineering.
• Basic cost accounting knowledge.
• Strong Excel, PowerPoint user.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft office.

PALA Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Construction

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