MW067
Located in Shreveport, LA
Pay: $20-$25
Job Full Description
Sales / Estimator
Pay: Up to $25/hour DOE
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Shreveport, LA
Benefits: Full benefits package
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Key responsibilities
- Cost estimation and budgeting: Analyze project plans, develop plans, specifications, and blueprints to prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates.
- Quantity takeoffs: Determine and quantify all necessary materials and resources for a project.
- Bid and proposal preparation: Create comprehensive bid proposals and client-facing documents that include detailed cost breakdowns.
- Client Interact with clients, company owner, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to gather information, answer questions, and build relationships.
- Site visits: Visit construction sites to assess project scope, conditions, and potential challenges.
- Vendor and subcontractor management: Request and review bids from subcontractors and negotiate pricing with suppliers.
- Data management: Maintain and update a database of historical cost data and pricing trends.
- Bid tracking: Track bid deadlines, manage submissions, and follow up with clients on proposals.
Essential skills and qualifications
- Technical skills
- Strong understanding of construction management principles and practices.
- Soft skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication and negotiation abilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Education and experience
- 5 years experience in construction management or as a superintendent
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is often preferred.
- Proven experience in construction estimating or a related sales role is essential.
- Familiarity with cost control methods and project management is important.
Shreveport, LA
3391
406 Turtle Creek Drive
Suite A
Shreveport, LA 71115
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