Construction Estimator (Entry Level) Job at The Old Dominion Group, Midlothian, VA

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  • The Old Dominion Group
  • Midlothian, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: salaried/exempt

Old Dominion Insulation and Old Dominion Firestopping are looking for entry level Estimators to join our Preconstruction Team in Midlothian, VA.

Job Summary: The Takeoff Engineer assists the estimating team with all aspects of the bidding process including estimating, start- up, running and close out of all projects. They review project documents and specifications, establish pricing for assigned projects, provide take-offs, manage customer and supplier information, review and updates project logs, and provide other critical support to the estimating team.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct pre-bid document review by reading and interpreting project specifications and documents
  • Use take-off software to generate quality project take-offs
  • Double check estimates
  • Create and maintain estimating and project logs with key deliverables and due dates
  • Request and verify quotes from suppliers and others to identify accurate costs in accordance with the scope of work
  • Track and update customer and supplier information, and manage local database
  • Assist and support estimators in the bid process
  • Deliver bids and other time sensitive documents, as needed, to the project owner and others
  • Review purchase orders and change orders, and costs changes
  • Communicate effectively with general contractors, owners, suppliers, and other customers and team members
  • Collect, analyze, and communicate information, data, and trends as needed by the estimating team for reporting purposes
  • Filing, organizing, scanning, and other administrative tasks

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science, Engineering or related field, or an equivalent combination of academic and work experience in the construction industry.
  • Working knowledge of commercial construction processes and costs
  • Ability to read, understand, and navigate construction blueprints, plans, and project specifications
  • Ability to multi-task, meet strict deadlines, and manage time and priorities effectively
  • Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
  • Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, vendors, clients, and other trade partners
  • Strong math and analytical skills
  • Highly organized and detail-orientated
  • Team-oriented
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other computer applications

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience reading and interpreting plans and specifications
  • Previous experience using onscreen take-off software (e.g., Bluebeam)

Physical Requirements  include but are not limited to the following:

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Able to walk, sit, stand, bend, kneel, stretch, squat and climb
  • Able to travel to jobsites, meetings, and other destinations as needed
  • Able to see, talk and hear in person, via phone and/or through online/video
  • Able to use hands and fingers in a manner that allows for use of a keyboard and phone.
  • Able to lift & carry items up to 15 lbs

 

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