• Job Description

  Req#: 3204446

  Description

  Learn and Assist the Estimating Process

  • Understand CSI divisions and structure of estimates.
  • Reading plans and specifications.
  • Generate Bid Solicitations to project specific subcontract base using Columbia’s ITB Software.
  • Communicate via phone, email, and text with subcontractors to secure/confirm bid participation.
  • Log sub responses on the Extranet and maintain established sublist.
  • Manage bid documents and distribute electronically.
  • Assist Estimator with the distribution of project information or clarifications to subcontractors.
  • Perform quantity take off using On Screen Takeoff (OST) and Assemble.
  • Develop an understanding of using various estimating software. (OST, BlueBeam, Extranet, Assemble, In-site, etc.)
  • Assist the Estimator with the creation of trade specific tabulation sheets and project scopes.
  • Develop a clear understanding of each trade’s scope of work.
  • Attend site visits and subcontractor walk-throughs as required.
  • Participate in project meetings and budget reviews when appropriate.

  Proposal and Interview Involvement

  • Assist with providing proposal deliverables under the direction of the estimating team when called upon.

  Subcontractor Relationships

  • Establish working relationships with subcontractors.
  • Effectively and respectfully communicate with subcontractors to ensure timely and accurate bids.

  Continuous Improvement and Educational Learning

  • Attend industry events when appropriate.
  • Improve existing knowledge of estimating by successfully:
  • Reading plans & specs
  • Performing takeoff
  • Communicating with subs
  • Participate in weekly preconstruction team huddles
  • Proactive an ambitious/willingness to learn

  Work Environment

  • Office setting: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Construction Site: Walking the site on uneven walking surfaces, climbing ladders, being around machinery with moving parts and around heavy equipment.
  • Protective gear: Wearing personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, clothing, and a hard hat, for most of the day while on the construction site.
  • Work Hours: This position generally works standard hours, but may work extended hours, nights, and weekends, especially during critical project phases, to address project delays or to assist with site coverage.
  • Company Culture: Columbia strives to maintain a culture that is respectful of family and work/life balance and values that everyone is a hands-on contributor and feels comfortable sharing ideas and opinions. Our day-to-day operations are designed to encourage interactions between Columbia employees within and across teams, and to spark conversation and creativity.

  Requirements

  Columbia does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, staffing agencies, or any other third parties. Any resumes submitted to Columbia or its employees without an agreement in place will be considered the property of Columbia, and the company will not be responsible for any associated fees or placement costs.

  Third-party vendors interested in working with Columbia must contact recruiting@columbiacc.com to be considered for an approved vendor agreement.

  All approved vendors must submit candidates directly to Talent Acquisition. Submissions sent to hiring managers or any employee outside of Columbia Talent Acquisition will not be recognized and may disqualify the agency from future partnership consideration.

• About the company

  Columbia is a recognized leader in the construction industry; known for providing leadership, quality, creativity, innovation, passion, and unparalleled client service.

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