Cook - Institution jobs in Lancaster, PA

Summary 

The Storefront Estimator interprets storefront aluminum project scopes as set forth within contract documents i.e. plans, specifications, addenda, and other related information concerning an individual construction project. Uses computer technology and mathematical skills in the formation of the estimate. Submits estimate to client and assists with follow up procedures to close work. This particular role will be focused on bidding projects outside the PA market, specifically TN and VA, with other bids as assigned by management. 

Essential Functions 

• Works directly with Salesperson/Contractor including the hard bid processes
• Reviews scope of work with General Contractor and/or Project Manager’s prebid
• Performs labor cost interpretation based on scope of work
• Receives constructing plans, drawings and specifications and reviews for familiarization; checks for completeness; notes bid deadlines and any special requirements
• Organizes approach to project by deciding how to separate portions of major projects into varying scopes, etc.; notes project construction schedules, if applicable
• Interprets construction specifications; where necessary, discusses interpretations with C&B salesperson, customers or the architect
• Reads building plans and identifies applicable portions with C&B involvement
• Summarizes Storefront portion of plans by type
• Reviews actual vs. estimated materials on completion of each project
• Enters applicable information in to C&B systems and prices job based on computer cost files
• Responsible for complete storefront take offs
• Responsible for costing all parts and scope of work

• All other relative duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications 

• 2 or 4 year degree in Engineering or related area preferred, or 5 years of job related experience
• 3-5 years of related experience in similar construction or building material industry

• Must pass pre-employment background check and drug screen

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

• Experience working in AutoCAD or similar program preferred
• Experience working in Bluebeam preferred
• Special skills required Blue print/plan reading
• Specification interpretation
• Microsoft office complete
• Knowledge of storefront aluminum, Division 8 or related fields preferred.
• Must have excellent oral communication skills and positive interpersonal skills.
• Detail oriented, deadline conscience, goal driven
• Ability to handle all types of scopes of projects
• Accurate mathematical skills

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear and see. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hand to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms 

Work Environment  

This job operates primarily in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. May occasionally require business travel. 

Qualification Requirements  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EOE Minorities/Females/Disability/Veterans; VEVRAA Federal Contractor 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.