Henley Construction Co., Inc. Gaithersburg , MD 20877
Posted 3 days ago
Job Type
Full-time
Qualifications
Benefits
401(k)/Matching
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Jury Duty/Military Leave
Bonus Plan
Profit Sharing Plan
Car Allowance
Phone or Phone Allowance
Wellness Program
Referral Bonus
Training
Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement
CORE Value recognition
Company Sponsored Events
About Henley Construction
At Henley Construction, we continue expanding and bettering our team through growth and education as team members move forward in their personal careers and goals, while being active participants in the company's strategic plans and its client's success. We provide exceptional client service while successfully and safely executing what we are hired to do. Our Core Values are key to the culture of our company: Relationships, Growth, Solutions and Perspective all contribute to growing our team, our clients, and the business of construction. Henley serves a diverse range of customers including educational, community, industrial and private clients in Maryland and Northern Virginia.
Estimator Job Description
Detailed-oriented Estimator to join our well-established, growing company. Estimators are responsible for evaluating bid specifications and drawings, ensuring that we know everything required to successfully bid and win the project. Estimators must aggressively follow up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received. Estimators also work with the Project Management teams to follow up on bids and budgets.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
Bid Administration
Prepare and maintain status of plan reproduction.
Solicits and maintains communications with subcontractors and vendors.
Prepares subcontractor bid packages.
Transmits addenda and other bid information to subcontractors.
Ensures that we have the proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day.
Contacts supply houses to obtain additional subcontractor bids.
Shows creativity and resourcefulness to gain better pricing from subcontractors.
Submits 100% of bids and budgets by the bid deadline - no exceptions.
Enters all relevant information into estimating software.
Project Knowledge
Review bid requirements thoroughly and asks follow-up question on every bid.
Has a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned.
Follow up & closing.
Consistently follows up on submitted bids and budgets with Architect and/or Construction manager to close business.
Knows architects, construction managers, property managers, brokers and can close business.
Project turnover.
Properly turns over bid documents and sub buyout information to Project Management in a timely manner. Goal is 100% of awarded projects turned over within 90 days of notification.
Review drawings with Project Management team and highlight areas of concern.
Review drawings with Project Management team and highlight areas of concern.
Review job cost with Project Management team and highlight any subs/material vendors that still need to be awarded.
Complete project kick-off form to ensure compliance.
Promote Customer Relations
Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer's expectations.
Participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image when required.
Culture, Leadership and Employee Development
Promotes our culture and communicates our vision and purpose through our Core Values.
Serves as a role model, leader and promotes professional behavior, personally and professionally.
Participates in and training programs and commits to the development of project staff and self.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Strong planning, organizational, and multi-tasking skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Bluebeam.
Competence in performing digital take-offs (Pro-Est or similar preferred).
Competence using bid invitation software (Building Connected or similar, preferred).
Working knowledge of construction costs and principles.
In-depth knowledge of construction materials and suppliers.
Dependable and punctual.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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Henley Construction Co., Inc.