Estimator, Scaffolding
Liberty - Boston, MA
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The estimator is responsible for collaborating with project managers, customers, and Director of field operations to come up with viable job layouts and quotes, for all scaffold, access, and equipment applications. The Engineering estimator serves as a valuable resource for the optimization, layout and construction of all shoring, hoists and scaffold solutions and will be asked to coordinate with other regions and departments to ensure that a full-service package quote is provided to the client. This individual must be an exceptional, communicator and advocate for team collaboration, innovation, and must have the ability to lead, manage, cultivate and mentor team members to promote their professional growth. Must be able to work on multiple projects at the same time, formulate and execute strategies, concepts and budgets and coordinate with other managers. Research and develop new designs and products proposing complex solutions to solve customer needs. Must have, working knowledge of scaffold and hoist regulations and manufacturer guidelines. Responsibilities:Overall Focus:Maintains and promotes strict adherence to company standards as related to estimating and project management. Occasionally carry out site surveys on an as needed basis.Be able to design and Utilize design programs to develop lay out and diagrams with attention to specification details of access scopes Solicits, qualifies and negotiates quotes with various vendors to obtain the most economical cost for supplies, equipment and sub-contractor labor.Provides customer service, coordination and management to both clients and Liberty employees throughout the duration of awarded projects for items such as scope, contract reviews, material/supply procurement, submittals, change orders, field coordination, progress billing, project close-out tasks, mentoring and training.Identify potential problems determine alternatives and implement effective solutionsMust be able to conceptualize job layout and recommend effective concepts.Analyzes the success of projects upon completion and identified methods and strategies for future estimating or execution improvement.Provides improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costsSolicits work from repeat clients as well as aid in the sales effort to bring in new businessWork Acquisition and Jobsite Layouts:Identify and cultivate ideas to help the team execute projects in a safe mannerIdentifies cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts.Contributes to implementing standards and best practices aimed at increasing efficiency, productivity and safety of all office and or field staff.Transitions awarded projects to project management and accounting by creating budgets, schedule of values, schedules, and participating in "hand off" meetings to other team members, etc.Direct the strategy and content of job layouts/or presentations. Preconstruction: Co-ordinate and develop with customer estimating team best practices and quote package to service site needs. Oversee preconstruction efforts with team leaders for the East coast region.Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree Civil Engineering, Construction management, Business management or related field (preferred but not essential)5-10 years of Commercial business development and operations experience in the construction industry ideally.5-10 years' experience estimating Div 1, Scaffold and access scopes CAD experience preferred Understanding of construction documents and drawings to understand scope of work at SD, DD, and CD phases of designThorough knowledge of all safety regulations pertaining to the scope of workThorough working knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and Revu or Adobe Must possess Liberty's Core Values: Passion, Integrity, Hard Work and ProfessionalismEnergetic, enthusiastic self-starter with excellent verbal and written communication skills and an eye for detail. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Created: 2025-03-03