Estimator- Landscape

Description

McGuire and Hester is a comprehensive sitework construction company with 100-year history of building many of Northern California's most recognizable landmark and infrastructure projects. We offer a full range of services, including pipeline, grading, paving, concrete, landscape and mechanical work, utilizing both conventional and alternative project delivery methods. Our team adage “Together We Build Things Right” sums up our culture and explains what makes McGuire and Hester both an excellent partner and a great place to work.

Job Summary

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The Estimator reviews assigned invitations to bid, prepares cost estimates for all materials, labor and miscellaneous costs to assemble and deliver project bids, manage bid opportunities, and support business development through strategic follow-up and sales tracking.

Reports to

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Estimating Manager -Landscape

Key Communication Partners

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Division Manager -Landscape, VP of Estimating, General Superintendent -Landscape, Takeoff Manager, Estimators, Estimating Administrator, Takeoff Engineers, Area Managers, Project Managers

Typical Duties

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• Validate and review plans, specifications, related reports, scope, historical bid files and cost information.
• Coordinate needed quantity takeoff with Takeoff Manager and/or assigned Takeoff Engineers.
• Visit jobsite and conduct thorough site investigations prior to assembly of the bid.
• Coordinate and mentor Takeoff Engineers and review their work to ensure that the takeoff is performed correctly and efficiently. Conduct early pre-takeoff meeting with Takeoff Engineer.
• Analyze bidding documents and addendum and determine/write any needed RFIs.
• Understand all aspects of the bid including labor productivity, crew makeup, equipment, escalation, acceleration, tax, margin, and all other requirements.
• Recognize scope and jobsite hazards and allow for bes...