Katerra Carrollton , TX 75011
Posted 2 months ago
KATERRA is transforming construction through innovation of process and technology.
We provide end-to-end building services, creating new efficiencies between design, engineering, construction, project management, and more. Our integrated teams apply the principles of technology and manufacturing to the building industry, bringing fresh minds and innovative approaches to remove unnecessary time and costs from construction projects.
At KATERRA, we lead from every seat. Our ideal team members are self-starters that embrace ambiguity, think big, and bring their own uncompromising standards of excellence.
One of KATERRA's cultural principles is Diversity. We believe different backgrounds, ideas, and skillsets result in better outcomes. KATERRA does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. KATERRA encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA, people with disabilities, veterans and those with diverse life experiences.
Renovations Estimator
Coordinates with Sales and Production to assist in establishing a project scope and standard of construction projects. Prepares estimates for equipment, manpower cost of project and material required to accomplish each project.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Walk, photograph and scope all types of construction projects
Inspect buildings and/or jobsites to determine work needed per project
Determine baseline for labor and material requirements
Interpret and review plans and contract requirements in preparation for bidding process
Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods and local code compliance
Evaluate construction methods and determine cost-effectiveness of plans
Coordinate with subcontractor base to determine labor costs
Enter costs for labor including sub-contract and turn-key contract prices into Sage 100
Coordinate with the Purchasing department on material costs
Make sketches or read blueprints to detail work to be accomplished
Enter estimates, takeoff and other related notes/information for each bid into Sage 100
Prepare and submit budget estimates to Sales for review prior to submitting bids
Enter and update progress tracking information into the tracking system
Required Skills & Experience
Computer skills required: Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
Computer skills preferred: Proficiency with Sage or similar construction management program
Minimum: High School degree or equivalent
Preferred: Four-year degree from an accredited college or university
Preferred Certifications: 30 hour OSHA certification, PMI certification
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, learning and successfully working in multicultural environments.
The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, climb stairs, use hands and arms, talk or hear, drive a car, and use basic office electronics (computer, telephone).
Critical thinking, judgment, decision-making, follow-up, social awareness, mathematics, reading writing, organizational, timeliness, stress tolerance, communication (oral and written).
Work Environment & Travel
Up to 50% of the job involves walking construction sites to inspect work progress, quality and safety compliance.
Up to 50% of time spent on computer, reports, etc.
Travel requirements vary according to client and project locations
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
Please note that KATERRA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, KATERRA will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, KATERRA explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of KATERRA.
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