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Drywall Estimator

Swinerton

Santa Ana CA$120,000 – $135,000 a year

Compensation Range

$120,000.00 - $135,000.00 Annual Salary

Job Description Summary:

Overall planning and management of estimating activities for specific construction projects, including preparation, interpretation and presentation of estimates.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: • Review project plans, requirements and specifications • Prepare accurate quantity takeoffs and materials pricing • Coordinate subcontract solicitations and jobwalks • Determine labor and construction equipment costs • Prepare conceptual estimates • Meet and maintain bidding and work schedules • Submit requisitions for purchase of materials • Compare competitive trade bids • Review preliminary quotes and pre-bid estimates with Project Manager Secure all bid documents (bid forms and quote letters) • Prepare subcontractor bid list and submit drawings to subcontractors • Participate in bid compilation on bid day • Assist jobsite staff with estimates after bid award • Perform post-bid buyouts (if applicable) • Maintain good relationship with suppliers and subcontractors • Supervise and train estimating staff (if applicable) • Complete other responsibilities as assigned

MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience • Minimum 3 years project engineering or related experience • Ability to read and understand specifications and drawings • Ability to make accurate judgments and calculations • Working knowledge of construction costs and principles • Estimating experience (quantity takeoffs, purchasing accounting; engineering design knowledge and project management experience desirable) • Drafting and computer skills

This role provides the following benefits: medical; dental; vision; employee assistance program; pre-tax saving and spending accounts; basic term life insurance and AD&D; short and long term disability; 401(k) & savings plan and Company match; Employee Stock Ownership Plan and Profit Sharing Trust; Individual Employee-Ownership; MSA Financial coaching; Care.com; ClassPass fitness membership; pet insurance; legal plan, identity theft protection; DoorDash delivery subscription; paid vacation; paid sick leave; and other voluntary benefit options.

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