Schaefer Homes, LLC.
Junior Estimator
(Must be able to report to the office which is located in Tracys Landing, MD)
Schafer Homes is more than just a construction company; we're a dream factory for families looking for their perfect home! Located in Maryland, we're a fast-growing, highly reputable small production builder.
Our commitment to quality and customer experience sets us apart, and now we're looking for a dynamic Assistant Superintendent to add to our powerhouse team.
If you want to make a lasting impact in a company that values innovation and dedication, your future begins here!
Learn more about us at: https://schaeferbuilthomes.
com/
Responsibilities:
Assist in the development and construction capital cost estimates based on the latest data available, as appropriate to the current phase of the project.
Assist with production operating cost estimates based on the latest data available, as appropriate to the current phase of the project.
Assist with the development and construction schedules based on the latest data available, as appropriate to the current phase of the project.
Assist Project Managers and project team in developing work breakdown structures
Assist Project Managers in decisions on development and/or construction approaches or
methods based on information available.
Prepare project phase expenditure schedules.
Participate in project economic evaluations.
Assist in other areas required to deliver a quality product on schedule and on budget.
Qualifications:
Associate degree in Construction Sciences, OR min.
1 year estimating experience
Basic ability to read architectural and civil plans in regards to navigating between layouts
and elevations, comprehending scope, interpreting required materials and quantities, and
scaling for distances and measurements.
Ability to discern use of area and volume formulas, scale factors and ratios, taxes, percent
changes and unit conversion rates.
An Understanding of MS Word and Excel to build and/or edit spreadsheets using formulas
and prepare proposals and change orders.
Expected to multi-task active project requests and meet strict deadlines for upcoming bid dates.
Expected to request, manage and secure bid pricing from sub-contractors, suppliers and vendors.
Expected to communicate with field team members the nuances of plan information and estimated values within a project scope.
Expected to compile a complete labor, materials and sub-contract estimate necessary on a new project.
Compensation:
Full-time position.
Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year, commensurate with experience